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Scott A. McGreal MSc.

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Scott McGreal has a research psychology background and has investigated quality of life in people with schizophrenia. He studies individual differences and writes mainly about personality, intelligence, the psychology of sex differences, and consciousness. He lives in Sydney, Australia.

Recent Posts
Why Women Are More Likely to Believe in the Supernatural

Women are more likely to believe in the paranormal. Many explanations have been offered for this, but none completely account for this striking difference.

Women are more likely to believe in the paranormal. Many explanations have been offered for this, but none completely account for this striking difference.

Some choose to believe that astrology reveals the inner workings of the universe!
Who Believes in Astrology? The Odd Role of Narcissism

A study finds that the opposing traits of narcissism and agreeableness each predict belief in astrology. This may be why.

A study finds that the opposing traits of narcissism and agreeableness each predict belief in astrology. This may be why.

Does Social Media Foster COVID-19 Conspiracy Theories?

People who get their news from platforms like Facebook and YouTube are more likely to believe in COVID-19 conspiracy theories than Twitter users.

People who get their news from platforms like Facebook and YouTube are more likely to believe in COVID-19 conspiracy theories than Twitter users.

The Psychedelic Heart

A study finds that lifetime psychedelic use is associated with reduced odds of having heart disease or diabetes. However, why this intriguing result was found remains unclear.

A study finds that lifetime psychedelic use is associated with reduced odds of having heart disease or diabetes. However, why this intriguing result was found remains unclear.

A Connection Between Dark Triad Traits and Attitudes to Having Children

People with socially aversive “dark” traits,” particularly psychopathy and Machiavellianism, not only are cynical about humanity, but take a negative view of procreation.

People with socially aversive “dark” traits,” particularly psychopathy and Machiavellianism, not only are cynical about humanity, but take a negative view of procreation.