Psychology Today

A new study suggests that sleep problems plays a far greater role in aggression than researchers previously suspected.

Though the main causes of obesity are high food intake, lack of adequate exercise, and genetic susceptibility, researchers have long suspected that stress may play a role as well.

A new meta-analysis highlights the effectiveness of virtual reality distraction in controlling different types of pain.

What are the long-term consequences of being bullied as a child? being a victim can be more far-reaching than you might think.

Intended to help law enforcement agencies identify people at high risk of extreme violence, the TRAP-18 shows great promise though more research is needed.

Teachers in North America already deal with parents who watch over every aspect of their child's education. But reports out of Asia say that things could be worse. Much worse.

According to the 2009 National Elder Mistreatment Survey, at least ten percent of elderly people living in American communities (4.3 million people) experience abuse each year

If you've seen even a single episode of the hit sitcom, The Big Bang Theory, then you're familiar with Dr. Sheldon Cooper. Understanding the antics of an eccentric genius.

But is grit really something that can be measured by psychologists? A new review article takes a critical look at what has been learned so far.

With more and more older adults entering chronic care facilities, there is going to be increased demand for more flexibility regarding patient sex. What form will this take?

Are children who grow up in cities more vulnerable to developing mental illness later in life? A new research study raises disturbing implications about the impact of city life.

All humans have an innate need to belong and to remain a contributing member of society. Can this sense of belonging remain even after we have stopped working?

New research explores the cognitive roots of suicide contagion.

Why is it so hard for people in a group to provide help in an emergency?