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PERSONALITY AND SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY BULLETIN
Psychology says comparing your timeline to others may be damaging your confidence: Why seeing others succeed makes people question their age, choices and future- Psychology says bills and debt stress rewire your behavior: Why money worries can make you snap at loved ones and feel emotionally drained
- Psychology says loneliness is not just being alone: Why people with friends, family and followers can still feel unseen, unheard and emotionally invisible
- Psychology says people who adored their siblings as kids may start disliking them as adults, and the hidden reason isn’t what you thinkPsychology does not suggest that siblings care less about one another simply because conflicts become more frequent in adulthood. Human rel...12 Jun, 2026, 05.54 PM IST
- Psychology says people who keep their cameras off during meetings aren’t always disengaged, their brain may be protecting them from something importantPsychology does not suggest that everyone who keeps their camera turned off is shy, uninterested, or trying to conceal something. Human beh...12 Jun, 2026, 05.53 PM IST
- Psychology says some people enjoy hurting others and conspiring, and the reason is much darker than you think: Insights from Alfred Adler’s theoriesAccording to the theories of Alfred Adler, individuals who deliberately hurt others, manipulate circumstances or appear to be constantly sc...12 Jun, 2026, 05.49 PM IST
- Psychology says people who eat dinner alone by choice aren’t lonely: They’re protecting a peace they spent decades earningDining solo is frequently misconstrued as a sign of loneliness. In truth, studies reveal that it can be a deliberate choice, providing a mu...12 Jun, 2026, 05.34 PM IST
- Psychology says women who clean their house before the cleaning lady arrives aren’t being irrational, but their brain may be responding to a different pressurePsychology suggests that this behavior is rarely the result of simple irrationality. More often, it stems from a combination of impression ...12 Jun, 2026, 01.09 PM IST
- Psychology says the people whose personalities seem to soften most dramatically in their 50s haven’t gotten weaker: They’ve finally realized the protective armor they built at 20 is costing more energy than it’s worthIn their middle age, many people radiate a comforting softness that some might misinterpret as weakness. However, research points to an ong...11 Jun, 2026, 05.53 PM IST
- Psychology says people who are extremely kind but have no close friends usually share one quiet habit: they make themselves useful instead of letting themselves be known, and intimacy can’t grow in a relationship that only ever flows one directionMany helpful people feel lonely despite being liked. Psychology reveals closeness needs more than kindness. It requires sharing personal ex...11 Jun, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
- Psychology says people who hate getting their photos taken aren’t shy, they may be revealing something unexpected about their personalityPsychology does not claim that everyone who dislikes being photographed struggles with confidence. Human behavior is far too nuanced to sup...11 Jun, 2026, 05.01 PM IST
- Psychology says most people only pretend to care about your life and are just looking for juicy gossip: Why bad news is more interesting for themAlthough many people are capable of sincere empathy and genuine concern for others, psychological research suggests that human beings are n...11 Jun, 2026, 01.57 PM IST
- Psychology says people born in June may have a hidden advantage in social life, confidence, and adaptability, but is it true?Psychology also cautions against placing too much faith in birth-month personality theories. The human brain is naturally drawn to patterns...11 Jun, 2026, 01.56 PM IST
- Psychology says your best friend might be the worst person to live with and the reason has nothing to do with friendshipPsychology suggests that friendship and roommate compatibility overlap, but they are not the same thing. Someone can be an excellent friend...11 Jun, 2026, 01.53 PM IST
- Psychology says being a genius doesn’t guarantee success, but this surprising trait does and it is not related to IQ: All about the Halo EffectIf you are not the smartest person in the room, it does not mean you are at a disadvantage. The ability to build connections, earn trust an...10 Jun, 2026, 02.06 PM IST
- Psychology says most young adults learn these 10 brutal truths too late: The last one changes how you see success, happiness, and life foreverAlthough these truths may seem uncomfortable at first, they can be surprisingly liberating. When people let go of the need for perfection, ...10 Jun, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
- Psychology says when women say ‘I’m fine,’ they may be hiding a much bigger emotional story, and it’s not always what people thinkFor many women, saying “I’m fine” is not necessarily a sign of weakness or avoidance. More often, it reflects empathy, resilience, a strong...08 Jun, 2026, 02.17 PM IST
- Psychology says people who speak less carry more authority because talking is how most people seek approval, and the absence of having to prove yourself registers as power no amount of articulation can replicateIn many contexts, authority is misinterpreted as verbosity. Research in social psychology suggests that those who speak less, employ strate...07 Jun, 2026, 05.34 PM IST
- Psychology says people who fall silent in group conversations aren't withdrawn or disengaged; they're processing at a depth most rooms don't recognize, and their silence is often the deepest form of attentionMany people are wrongly labelled as disengaged or not team players simply because they are quiet. Neuroscience reveals that these individua...06 Jun, 2026, 04.46 PM IST
- Psychology says that talking to yourself when you’re alone isn’t a sign you’re lonely; it’s one of the most effective ways the brain regulates emotion, rehearses decisions, and works through problems it can’t solve silentlyEngaging in self-talk isn't an indication of being alone; it's a vital cognitive process. Psychologists reassure us that this inner dialogu...04 Jun, 2026, 06.27 PM IST
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