A waxwork likeness of Tom Hanks as Forest Gump at the Hollywood Wax Museum.
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Three classic examples of the “Mandala Effect” debunked.
In episode 2 of The Conversation's new podcast series, we look at how people reacted to the moon landing – and why some still believe it was a hoax.
US singer Billie Eilish performing at Glastonbury Festival.
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Singer Bilie Eilish has spoken about her Tourette’s. We need more people like her to speak out.
Weighing what’s fair takes deliberation.
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A decision-making process that relies on intuitive feelings rather than careful deliberation invites a host of biases that make bad decisions and disproportional consequences far more likely.
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Parenting: attachment is not, and has never been, the only way.
Researchers have ideas how to probe consciousness in another.
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The only consciousness you can ever be certain about is your own. But there are different types of clues that could hint at what’s happening within another entity.
You’re not imagining it. Our bodies really do crave macaroni cheese and other comfort foods as the temperature drops. Here’s why.
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Research into our brain, gut and childhood memories tells us why we reach for macaroni cheese rather than salad in winter.
What would you do?
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Researchers were surprised to learn that in 38 countries, lost wallets with higher sums of money were returned more often than those with smaller amounts.
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Many psychologists claim memory is unreliable.
Chris Froome (in the black jacket) of cycling team Ineos recently had a horrific crash while attempting to blow his nose while riding.
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Conspiracy theories help sports fans make sense of unexpected events – like when a whole rugby team becomes sick before a world cup final, or the retirement of Michael Jordan from basketball.
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Be careful how you choose your partner. It may affect your health.
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As new rules come into force to stop damaging gender stereotypes in advertising, a psychologist assess what impact they will have.
What does all that data mean to you?
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The people who get the most out of self-tracking tend to be ‘systematic thinkers’ who search for meaning in patterns.
Jeremy Hunt is toning up his bod, but the key to success might be in his head.
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Study suggests certain psychological characteristics get you to the frontbench. But they might not make you many friends along the way.
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Diving deeper into our relationship with the environment.
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Parents want their children to be kind to animals, but a hug looks very different to a frightened dog.
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Attributes of autism can have a hugely positive role in society.
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Is everything about who we are contained within our brains?
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Clingy behaviour can be narcissistic, too.
Is social media helping you feel good?
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Just 5% of US adults say using social media is good for their mental health. A psychologist offers some tips to help the other 95%.