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JOURNAL OF PERSONALITY AND SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY
Psychology says people who saw the ChatGPT ’80s trend everywhere but still decided to opt out of it aren’t boring- Psychology says people who love celebrating their birthdays aren’t just looking to make the day special
- Psychology says people who buy beautiful notebooks and pens may be seeking more than just stationery
- Psychology says people who feel awkward replying to birthday messages in office WhatsApp groups may be doing more than avoiding a replyFeeling awkward about responding to birthday messages in an office WhatsApp group does not automatically indicate introversion, insecurity ...14 Sep, 2026, 01.05 PM IST
- Psychology says men who don’t use face wash or moisturiser may value simplicity more than self-care ritualsFor some men, beauty and grooming products may still carry cultural associations with femininity. Because of these learned ideas about masc...14 Sep, 2026, 01.04 PM IST
- Not introvert or extrovert: New ‘Otrovert’ personality type is about feeling like an outsider, but there's a catchThe emerging personality type known as 'otrovert' refers to individuals who navigate social settings with ease, yet maintain a distinct psy...13 Sep, 2026, 04.41 PM IST
- A 2015 study involving nearly 4,700 adults examined two key attachment traits; anxiety about rejection and discomfort with closeness and found both were better explained as a spectrum, suggesting people can vary gradually rather than fit fixed relationship categoriesAttachment styles represent a nuanced spectrum rather than rigid categories. Studies show that the levels of attachment-related anxiety and...13 Sep, 2026, 12.20 PM IST
- Psychology says people who prefer joint families may value belonging more than independenceFor some people, living in a joint family may offer psychological benefits that they value more than the independence of having a separate ...12 Sep, 2026, 08.14 PM IST
- Psychology says people who can’t stand or sit straight and always lean on walls may be seeking more than just comfortSocial discomfort can influence posture and nonverbal behaviour, and research has identified differences in postural responses among people...12 Sep, 2026, 07.22 PM IST
- Psychology says people who don’t like to bargain may be protecting more than their peace of mindSomeone who rarely negotiates over prices may still be highly careful with money in other aspects of life. They might research purchases, s...12 Sep, 2026, 05.04 PM IST
- Psychology says people who don't like working from home and prefer the office may be seeking more than productivityAn office can provide environmental cues, routines, social accountability and physical separation from household activities. These factors ...11 Sep, 2026, 06.17 PM IST
- Psychology says people who bring food to every house party may be doing more than being politeHouse parties are inherently social settings, and sharing food can make those interactions feel more natural and comfortable. Research by p...11 Sep, 2026, 05.49 PM IST
- Psychology says people who go to bed by 9 pm may be doing more than following a sleep routineA person’s sleep schedule can be shaped by their chronotype, age, genetics, lifestyle, work demands, family responsibilities, exposure to l...11 Sep, 2026, 12.07 AM IST
- Psychology says people who feel relieved when houseguests leave may be protecting their mental spaceFeeling relieved once guests have left does not necessarily point to a psychological problem. For some people, it may simply reflect a natu...10 Sep, 2026, 11.17 PM IST
- Psychology says you secretly compare yourself with old classmates and it is not jealousyEncountering someone from school can bring old ambitions, expectations and possibilities back to the surface. You may not necessarily want ...10 Sep, 2026, 07.34 PM IST
- Psychology says you may want something more the moment someone else wants it, here’s whyPsychology suggests that this surprisingly common reaction may be influenced by social comparison, envy, perceived value, scarcity and psyc...10 Sep, 2026, 06.01 PM IST
- Psychology says people who can never stop taking photos may be chasing more than the perfect picturePeople naturally make choices about how they want to be perceived by others. Photographs offer a particularly powerful way to shape that im...09 Sep, 2026, 08.04 PM IST
- Psychology says people who never share their problems and fight alone may be protecting more than their privacyEmotional disclosure can help people organize and process difficult experiences, and social support can reduce the impact of rumination. Ho...09 Sep, 2026, 05.57 PM IST
- Psychology says people who never miss family dinners on festivals aren't just being traditional: What their behavior may mean?Psychology says people who never miss family dinners on festivals aren't simply following a routine. Their choice can reflect a need for be...07 Sep, 2026, 09.59 PM IST
- Psychology reveals why some people rarely initiate conversations - These personality traits may explain their quiet behaviorSome individuals feel more at ease allowing others to initiate discussions, a preference that is not inherently unfriendly. This tendency c...31 Aug, 2026, 10.11 AM IST
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