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Psychology says people who shop when they're stressed aren't always materialistic, their brains may be seeking emotional reliefPsychology suggests that people who shop during stressful periods are often seeking emotional comfort rather than material possessions.
Psychology says people who always want a different meal may be wired to seek noveltyPsychology says people who always want a different meal may be influenced by variety-seeking behavior, sensation seeking, openness to exper...
Psychology says people who hoard hotel toiletries aren't just collecting free things, they may not want to miss out on the pleasure of feeling specialResearch suggests that collecting these toiletries is usually less about saving money and more about how the brain processes rewards, posse...
Psychology says people who use colorful, glittery, or designer phone cases aren’t materialistic, they may be expressing identity, creativity, and emotionSome people are drawn to luxury brands, while others value artistic designs, practicality, or simplicity. In the same way, a person who cho...
Psychology explains why people eating popcorn at movie theaters may be less likely to buy new brandsA trip to the movies almost always comes with a bucket of popcorn. But according to a psychology study, that familiar movie snack could be ...
Psychology says people who put their date of birth or year in their email address aren't trying to reveal too much: What this habit may actually mean?Psychology says people who put their date of birth or year in their email address aren't always sharing personal information without thinki...
Psychology says when you buy the ‘must-have’ product, you may be copying other shoppers without realizing itPsychology says people often want the same product at the same time because the brain relies on social information when making decisions. T...
Psychology says $999 feels cheaper than $1,000 because the brain processes numbers using fast mental shortcutsPsychology says $999 often feels more affordable than $1,000 because the brain relies on quick mental shortcuts instead of carefully analyz...
Psychology says people who always circulate the gifts received aren't ungrateful: What this behavior may reveal?Psychology says people who always circulate the gifts received aren't always being rude or ungrateful. Studies suggest this habit can be li...
Choppy oil keeps investors on edge, stocks brace for big earnings weekThe short-term focus again was oil prices, which swung sharply as investors weighed Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis declaring a naval blockade...
Psychology says people who spend their adult money on things they always wanted as kids aren't immature, they may be healing old emotional needsPsychology suggests that adults who spend money on things they always wanted as children aren't acting out of their age. Sometimes the grea...
Psychology says people who always give expensive gifts aren’t trying to show off, they may just be being generousThe meaning of a gift often depends less on its price than on the thought, timing, and emotional significance behind it. An expensive prese...
Psychology says people who use only free version of antivirus aren't careless: What this choice may reveal?Psychology says people who use only free version of antivirus aren't always ignoring online safety. Their choice can reflect how they evalu...
Psychology says people who don't like to wear anything in hand, fingers, ears or neck aren't trying to reject fashion: What this behavior may reveal?Psychology says people who don't like to wear anything in hand, fingers, ears or neck aren't always rejecting fashion or social customs. Ma...
Psychology says people who remodel their new or old cars into new advanced vehicles aren't simply chasing trends: What this behavior may reveal?Psychology says people who remodel their new or old cars into new advanced vehicles aren't simply trying to make their vehicles look differ...
Psychology says people who own only one pair of socks aren't necessarily disorganized, they may simply have different prioritiesThe psychology discussed here applies to people who intentionally keep a very small wardrobe while maintaining healthy hygiene practices. B...
Psychology says people who use a phone for years and don't change it till it dies out aren't afraid of missing out: What this behavior may reveal?Psychology says people who use a phone for years and don't change it easily aren't always resisting change. Psychology suggests this habit ...
Psychology of ownership says picking up and handling a product can make it feel more like yours before you buy it; Peck and Shu’s experiments found mere touch increased perceived ownership and valuationStudies reveal that physically touching items fosters a sense of ownership. This psychological effect influences consumer behavior and purc...
Psychology says people who are extremely brand conscious aren't always trying to impress others, it may reflect identity and emotional needs. What this behaviour really reveals?Psychology says people who are extremely brand conscious aren't always motivated by status or showing off. Psychology explains that buying ...
Psychology says people who keep changing their phones and always have the latest ones aren't necessarily showing off, they may be chasing more than technologyPsychology suggests that people who always upgrade to the latest smartphones aren't necessarily trying to impress others. For many people, ...