Why picking up a book might just be one of the best things you can do for your mind, body and soul.
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Reading does far more than just entertain or inform.
Research has uncovered a wealth of surprising benefits linked to regular reading—benefits that extend beyond the pages of a novel.
This article explores 13 studies that show why picking up a book might just be one of the best things you can do for your mind, body and soul.
Twelve lifestyle changes that can reduce your risk of depression, stroke and dementia by almost one-third.
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There are 12 modifiable lifestyle factors that protect against depression, stroke and dementia, a study of over 350,000 people finds.
They are split into physical risk factors, lifestyle elements and social/emotional components.
Making changes in these areas could reduce the risk of late-life depression, stroke and dementia by around one-third, or more.
Ever wondered why some people stay motivated to work out while others struggle? These psychology-backed tips might just hold the key.
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Finding the motivation to exercise consistently can feel like a battle, even for the most determined.
This article reveals 12 psychology-backed strategies that can help you stay motivated to exercise, even when you don’t feel like it.
Whether you’re struggling to get started or finding it hard to keep going, these tips will help you tap into the mental tricks that make all the difference.
From choosing the right type of exercise and working out with similar others to using the power of imagination and the buddy system, these insights will transform the way you approach fitness.
Anxiety disorders, which are twice as common in women as men, may affect as many as 10 percent of the world’s population.
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Up to 10 percent of people around the world are affected by anxiety disorders.
Anxiety can feel like an insurmountable mountain, looming over every aspect of your life.
In the quest for mental well-being, researchers have uncovered a variety of techniques that can significantly reduce anxiety.
From small daily habits to life-altering practices, these methods are not just theoretical—they're proven to work.
This article compiles 12 powerful, research-backed ways to help you reclaim your calm and live with more confidence.
Avoiding caffeine makes little difference to sleep — but here are 11 things that do actually work.
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Struggling to get a good night's sleep?
With 30 percent of adults reporting short-term sleep issues, you’re not alone.
In surveys of what would improve people’s lives, a good night's sleep comes near the top of the list.
Poor sleep results in worse cognitive performance, including degraded memory, attention, performance and alertness.
So, here are 11 proven tips that will transform your sleep and leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
Discover the best psychological techniques for making weight loss a sustainable and positive experience.
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Achieving and maintaining a healthy weight is often viewed as a simple matter of diet and exercise.
However, psychology is just as crucial, if not more so, in achieving and maintaining weight loss
This collection of studies explores the mental and emotional aspects of weight management, offering insights and strategies to help individuals navigate their weight loss journeys more effectively.
Forget Hollywood portrayals of cunning masterminds – psychopaths on average are not that smart, although they can be surprisingly subtle, especially when female.
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Forget Hollywood portrayals of cunning masterminds – psychopaths on average are not that smart, although they can be surprisingly subtle, especially when female.
Still, their willingness to lie and manipulate in pursuit of rewards can be chilling.
This article reveals 12 psychology studies on psychopathy, exploring their personality characteristics, the dark secrets they hide and why some psychopaths can be relatively 'successful'.
Find out how traits like generosity, humility, agreeableness and risk tolerance are linked to success, happiness, intelligence and even financial well-being.
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Personality traits shape our lives in profound ways, influencing everything from our career choices to our health and happiness.
Psychological research has uncovered some fascinating links between personality traits and various life outcomes.
Discover the benefits of being a sad introvert or risk-tolerant or honest and humble, along with the different advantages of being an optimist, pessimist or realist.
Discover the surprising colour that makes you look more attractive, the role of colour in sleep and creativity and how our emotional responses are reflected in the colours we perceive.
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Colours are not just a feast for the eyes—psychologists have found they are powerful influencers of our health, intelligence, emotions and attractiveness.
From the subtle hues we choose to wear to the bright shades that fill our environment, colours hold a fascinating sway over our psychological and physiological states.
This article reveals the hidden psychology behind colours, exploring how shades like red, black, cyan, amber, and blue impact various aspects of our lives.
While habits can have a strong influence on behaviour, they are frequently misunderstood and far from unbreakable.
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Habits are not as difficult to change or all-conquering as some have claimed.
In fact, there are four methods supported by the research for changing a bad habit, a review of the research concludes.
Our intentions, if they are strong enough, can overcome even the considerable force of habit.
But this requires understanding how habits work, how intentions interact with them and the limits of new habits.
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