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Not introvert or extrovert: New ‘Otrovert’ personality type is about feeling like an outsider, but there's a catch- 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 categories
- Psychology says men who don’t use face wash or moisturiser may value simplicity more than self-care rituals
- 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 women who prefer tote bags over purses may value more than just fashionPsychology suggests that the woman who consistently chooses a tote over a purse may not be making a purely fashion decision. She may be cho...12 Sep, 2026, 06.21 PM IST
- Psychology says people who add everyone’s birthday to Google Calendar but still forget to wish may have these traitsForgetting to wish someone does not necessarily mean that the relationship matters less to you. Research on prospective memory shows that p...11 Sep, 2026, 07.32 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Sigmund Freud: ‘We do not choose each other randomly. We meet only those who already exist in our subconscious’ - Founder of psychoanalysis on why some human relationships feel deeply familiarQuote of the day by Sigmund Freud: The Sigmund Freud quote highlights how greater self-awareness can shape our understanding of relationshi...11 Sep, 2026, 02.27 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 parents who believe every child needs a sibling may be right about one important thingA supportive sibling relationship may help children develop emotional understanding and self-regulation. However, persistent hostility, bul...08 Sep, 2026, 08.35 PM IST
- Psychopaths do not look like movie villains, they could be next to you: 5 subtle signs psychologists say can reveal psychopathic traitsPsychopaths do not always fit the frightening image often shown in films and may appear charming, confident or completely ordinary. Psychol...08 Sep, 2026, 12.01 AM IST
- Why are some people more curious, organised or compassionate than others? Huge genetic study uncovers over 1200 variants linked to personality while highlighting the power of environmentA large international genetics study has identified thousands of genetic variants linked to personality differences. These genetic influenc...06 Sep, 2026, 09.05 PM IST
- Psychology says being intelligent doesn’t guarantee good test scores: The hidden reason students panic on exam dayPsychology says this does not necessarily indicate that a student lacks intelligence. The ability to understand something and the ability t...05 Sep, 2026, 05.09 PM IST
- Psychology says people who keep a bald look may be revealing more than you think - The fascinating reasons some people embrace baldness, including confidence, authenticity, practicality and individuality, and what their appearance choices may suggest about personality, social confidence and how they feel about changing expectations around appearanceEmbracing baldness serves as an empowering statement of self-acceptance for many individuals. Research implies that accepting changes in on...04 Sep, 2026, 11.59 AM IST
- Are you born with your personality? Scientists have uncovered genetic clues to the traits that may shape who you becomeNew research reveals genetic variants influence personality traits like extraversion and conscientiousness. These genetic associations are ...03 Sep, 2026, 11.43 PM IST
- Psychology says women who bruise without remembering why may have this surprising attention patternPsychology offers one possible explanation for why people may not remember this part of the experience. Attention is limited, and the brain...03 Sep, 2026, 07.02 PM IST
- Psychology says people who make their bed the moment they get up - even in hotels - often share these traits that reveal how they approach routine, responsibility, organization, self-control, productivity, stress and daily challengesPsychology says people who make their bed the moment they get up: The act of making the bed often signifies a preference for structure and ...03 Sep, 2026, 01.48 PM IST
- Psychology says people who try food items with unique names aren't merely showing off: What their choices may reveal?Psychology says people who try food items with unique names aren't merely trying to show off, appear different, or reject ordinary food. Th...02 Sep, 2026, 09.34 PM IST
- Psychology says people who thrive in chaos may actually be seeking stimulation, not stressSome people experience uncertainty as particularly uncomfortable, which can make them seek answers, structure and predictability as quickly...01 Sep, 2026, 05.15 PM IST
- Psychology says people who feel compelled to finish every puzzle they start may be responding to the same psychological desire for resolution that researchers call the need for cognitive closureThe need for cognitive closure describes a psychological trait driving task completion. This trait influences how individuals approach unce...31 Aug, 2026, 02.10 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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