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Children Motivated to Earn Social Approval Over Treats, Study Suggests
The marshmallow test, designed to measure children’s self-control in the face of temptation, is one of history’s most famous psychological experiments. New research suggests that it may also measure their interest in social approval.
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How the Reform-Minded New Editor of Psychology’s Flagship Journal Will Shake Things Up
The trustworthiness of behavioral science has come under renewed scrutiny following recent high-profile retractions for alleged research fraud. … Given such scandals and broader concerns about the replication crisis, many researchers seeking to reform psychology’s research
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New Research in Psychological Science
A sample of research on peer beliefs, thinking beyond COVID-19, visual perception in young infants, adaptive encoding speed in working memory, and much more.
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Is Mental Time Travel Good for Us?
In our fast-paced modern lives, we are increasingly encouraged to stop and focus on the present. And there are tangible advantages. Studies on the effects of mindfulness and meditation — practices that gear people’s cognitive capacities
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In the “I” of the Beholder: People Believe Self-Relevant Artwork is More Beautiful
Our feelings about art may be more personal than previously realized, causing us to prefer art that speaks to our sense of self.
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4 Ways to Instantly Relieve Stress Before a Job Interview
No matter how confident you are, certain situations will likely make you nervous, and a job interview falls firmly into that category. Even if you know you’re qualified, answering questions about yourself can feel intimidating.
