The Latest Breaking News from Psychology

A professor was accused of antisemitism. The controversy has exploded into a bigger, messier debate about the future of psychology itself

New technology or a scientific breakthrough isn’t enough to mitigate the climate emergency. Addressing people’s behavioural blockers – their resistance, reluctance, or any practical difficulties they may face – is vital

TAMPA, Fla. — The national nonprofit that runs Advanced Placement classes has declined to alter its popular psychology course to meet Florida’s restrictions on teaching about gender identity and sexual orientation.

Last night’s episode saw French communications manager Mehdi Edno take London entrepreneur Whitney Adebayo on a romantic tandem ride before settling by a lake to enjoy the views

Forensic psychology – the practice of psychology in the justice system – offers a way to address Malaysia’s issues with police violence.

Falling pedestrians may have false expectations

The Gold Coast faces "unique" challenges for mental health services, as psychologists warn they cannot meet demand unless training pathways are reformed and Medicare rebates are increased.

Politicians love to talk about the benefits of “common sense” – often by pitting it against the words of “experts and elites”. But what is common sense? Why do politicians love it so much? And is there any evidence that it ever trumps expertise? Psychology provides a clue.

Figuring out how to enhance a person’s mental capabilities has been of considerable interest to psychology and neuroscience researchers like me for decades.

A science fiction story from the 50s propels this brilliantly digressive exploration into art, ecology and the psychology of conspiracy theories

Figuring out how to enhance a person’s mental capabilities has been of considerable interest to psychology and neuroscience researchers like me for decades. From improving attention in high-stakes environments, like air traffic management, to reviving memory in people with dementia, the ability to improve cognitive function can have far-reaching consequences.…