Why Bad Looks Good

Artificial Intelligence

Can Artificial Intelligence Detect Dangerous People?

Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., Ph.D. on June 2, 2023

Are you living next to an axe murderer? Don’t ask AI—unless you plan to pair automated information with human intuition.

Relationships

With Domestic Abusers, Dangerous Traits Can Look Desirable

Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., Ph.D. on May 29, 2023

Why do victims fall for domestic abusers? Research reveals why some red flags look red hot.

Stalking

The Truth About Female Stalkers

Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., Ph.D. on May 27, 2023

When you envision a shadowy figure in an alley stalking a victim, is the figure a man? In reality, women stalk, too.

Infidelity

Who Is an Unfaithful Partner Likely to Cheat With?

Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., Ph.D. on May 21, 2023

Is there a way to predict whether a partner is likely to have an affair, and with whom? Research has some answers.

Infidelity

3 Ways Infidelity Changes a Relationship—and How to Notice

Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., Ph.D. on May 15, 2023

Cheating is stressful and strategic, involving changes in behavior. Learn to spot the signs sooner rather than later.

Infidelity

6 Subtle Signs That a Partner May Be Cheating

Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., Ph.D. on May 13, 2023

We love to give our partner the benefit of the doubt. But some behaviors deserve closer examination.

Relationships

What It Means When a Partner Wants to Socialize Without You

Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., Ph.D. on April 30, 2023

When your partner wants to part company, temporarily, the question is how they plan to spend their time.

Personality

What You Can Tell About Someone by How They Eat

Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., Ph.D. on April 28, 2023

What a dinner date discloses about your dining companion.

Relationships

When a Partner Acts Like a Single

Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., Ph.D. on April 25, 2023

What does it mean when a member of a couple behaves as though they're single?

Relationships

How to Learn to Love Your Job

Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., Ph.D. on April 10, 2023

Can you improve your workplace experience with a new mindset but the same job? Research says yes.

Relationships

The Perils of Trying to Be the Perfect Partner

Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., Ph.D. on April 8, 2023

How unrealistic expectations can inhibit healthy relationships.

Mating

Are Smarter Women Really More Attractive?

Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., Ph.D. on April 3, 2023

When it comes to long-term mate value, do smart women have an advantage? It might be a question of perspective.

Relationships

How Artificial Intelligence Impacts Moral Decision Making

Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., Ph.D. on April 2, 2023

Artificial assistants promote efficiency, but do they facilitate authenticity?

Relationships

Can You Fall in Love With Artificial Intelligence?

Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., Ph.D. on March 31, 2023

Could you find yourself falling for an artificial acquaintance? Research has some answers.

Relationships

The Perils of Pessimism

Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., Ph.D. on March 29, 2023

Are there some people you just can’t please? According to research, it may be all about them.

Self-Esteem

The Perils of Public Praise

Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., Ph.D. on March 26, 2023

Even if your compliments are authentic, consider who else may be listening.

Personality

How to Learn to Love Your Job

Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., Ph.D. on March 25, 2023

How to make your workplace a healthy, habitable, home away from home.

Relationships

How Men Perceive Supportive Partners

Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., Ph.D. on March 22, 2023

How do you support the man in your life when he is stressed? Your answer may explain a lot about your relationship.

Relationships

In Relationships, Expectations Can Become Reality

Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., Ph.D. on March 21, 2023

How well does your partner treat you? What you expect may be what you get.

Relationships

The Risks of Rushing Into Romance

Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., Ph.D. on March 17, 2023

Do you tend to fall in love quickly and easily? Here's why moving too fast romantically may cause you to miss red flags.