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Psychology in democratic South Africa: new book explores a post-apartheid journey

When apartheid ended in 1994, South Africa underwent significant social and political transformation. A key aspect of this shift was the push for greater inclusion and representation of Black South Africans across all sectors – including psychology.

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The Science Behind Behavioral Assessment Tests and Their Impact on Hiring

In the evolving landscape of hiring practices, today's world is witnessing a surge in companies embracing talent search techniques to identify top candidates for their teams. Behavior assessments have emerged as a tool in this pursuit, providing insights into an individual's traits, motivations, and suitability for a company. Understanding the…

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How psychologists kick-started AI by studying the human mind

Many people think of psychology as being primarily about mental health, but its story goes far beyond that.

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The weird psychology of airports

Many of us have witnessed unusual and even anti-social behaviour at an airport or on a flight. These may range from benign acts such as sleeping on the floor or doing yoga in front of the flight information display system to serious incidents like early morning drunken arguments or even…

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A Design Psychologist Just Explained Why the Color of My Bed Sheets Matters — Now I Need to Buy a New Set

Colors matter more than you realize when it comes to bed linen, from helping you sleep better and feeling calmer, to how you regulate your temperature as a hot or cold sleeper

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"Political grief": You're not alone

Collective mourning at this four-year horror show is real, and highly understandable. But we're not helpless

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Adults with ADHD may die up to 11 years younger, new research finds

Around 2.6 million adults in the UK have ADHD, but experts say treatment lags behind

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36 Of The Most Interesting Psychological Tricks That Seem To Work A Little Too Well On People

Netizens share their clever tricks for messing with someone. The post 36 Of The Most Interesting Psychological Tricks That Seem To Work A Little Too Well On People first appeared on Bored Panda.

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How my Tamworth teammates and I were able to go toe-to-toe with Spurs – explained with science

It’s fair to say me and my team-mates at the non-league football club Tamworth FC were pretty keyed up as we prepared for our FA Cup third-round match against Premier League giants Tottenham Hotspur on January 12. We’re 96 places below them in the football pecking order and we all…

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Taylor Swift’s fans stricken with ‘emotional hangover’ after end of ‘Eras Tour’

According to a psychology expert, Taylor Swift’s fans are stricken with an “emotional hangover” in the wake of the singer’s global ‘Eras Tour’ ending.

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The infamous Stanford prison experiment was flawed – so why is it still so influential today?

A new translation of a 2018 book by French science historian Thibault Le Texier challenges the claims of one of psychology’s most famous experiments.

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How lynx and wolf reintroductions to Britain could be shaped by preconceptions and psychology

Four lynx were recently and illegally released into the Scottish highlands in two separate incidents. The news prompted searchers to comb the Cairngorms region, the UK’s biggest national park. People were warned not to approach the animals if they encountered them.

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Music sounds better with you? How your listening habits affect your love life

Psychologists say that singing, dancing and song preferences play a key role in the viability of romantic relationships

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Robbie Williams' curated use of bold furniture perfects this smart color psychology theory – experts say it has a 'profound' impact on a living room

'Bold furniture choices reflect not just your style but the energy you want to embrace daily':Williams's minimalist space is the perfect inspiration point

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How to win The Traitors, according to psychology experts

A guide on how to play a perfect strategic game on the BBC show, for both Traitors and Faithfuls

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My rented apartment follows the key rules of color psychology – here's why I'd never go back to an all-white home

I've witnessed firsthand how the right colors not only add visual appeal but alter the mood of each room

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‘I’m 100% faithful!’ What The Traitors tells us about human nature

The hit series is as compelling as it is jaw-dropping. Fuelled by deception, flawed logic and unconscious bias, it’s no wonder it has proved a field day for psychologists

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Are we moral blank slates at birth? A new study offers some clues

What does a baby know about right and wrong? A foundational finding in moral psychology suggested that even infants have a moral sense, preferring “helpers” over “hinderers” before uttering their first word. Now, nearly 20 years later, a study that tried to replicate these findings calls this result into question.

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The psychology of fonts: how fonts make you feel

We take a dive into the psychology of fonts, looking at how different fonts are perceived.

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What do you know about psychology's most infamous experiments? Test your knowledge in this science quiz.

From shocking studies to ESP, what do you know about the most infamous and bizarre psychological experiments ever conducted?

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New “Throning” Dating Trend Is Driving People Crazy: “Whatever Happened To Love?”

"Throning," a trend among Gen Z, involves dating for social status rather than genuine connection, potentially leading to misunderstandings. The post New “Throning” Dating Trend Is Driving People Crazy: “Whatever Happened To Love?” first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Life inside a therapeutic prison: ‘Look, we’ve done some terrible things ...’

At pioneering HMP Grendon, a range of psychology professionals aim to ‘re-child’ some of Britain’s most serious offenders in relatively relaxed conditions. Does the treatment work?

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‘Early intervention is best’: how educational psychology is supporting Hillingdon schools to be more inclusive

Efforts to support children with special educational needs start early at the west London borough, and as youngsters move on, there are new facilities and trained teaching assistants at mainstream schools

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Leaded petrol probably affected the mental health of millions of Americans – new study

In its various forms, lead has been used in many everyday products for millennia. The Romans even added it to wine as a sweetener. Its most widespread use, however, was its addition to petrol. And it is this use that has been associated with increased mental health disorders, according to…

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Your personality changes when you speak another language, but that’s not always a bad thing

Have you ever wondered whether the language you speak influences the way you see the world? Well, according to a number of studies in psycholinguistics, cognitive psychology and linguistic anthropology, it does. Languages don’t just allow us to communicate – they also shape our perception of what surrounds us, and…

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