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Mark Travers, Ph.D, is an American psychologist with degrees from Cornell University and the University of Colorado Boulder. He can be reached at travers.mark@gmail.com.

Recent Posts

No, You Were Not Happier Way Back When, Here's Why

How to overcome the "rosy retrospection" bias.

The Key Difference in How Men and Women Cooperate

New research suggests men and women take different approaches to cooperation.

In Times of COVID-19, Happy Couples Are Doing These 5 Things

A new study offers tips on how to make your relationship thrive during COVID-19.

Can Money Buy Happiness? Ask Yourself This Question Instead

Money makes us happier, but only up to a certain point.

Why We're Obsessed With Antiheroes

Why do we sometimes find ourselves rooting for the Tony Sopranos, Walter Whites, and Harley Quinns of the world? It may have to do with the extent to which we see ourselves in them.

Why do we sometimes find ourselves rooting for the Tony Sopranos, Walter Whites, and Harley Quinns of the world? It may have to do with the extent to which we see ourselves in them.

5 Recent Findings About Dark Personalities

New research adds depth to our understanding of personality traits like narcissism and Machiavellianism.

New research adds depth to our understanding of personality traits like narcissism and Machiavellianism.

6 New Ideas From Psychology to Inspire Us in 2021

Tips for starting your year on the right foot.

Tips for starting your year on the right foot.

No, Dark Personalities Aren't Always "Master Strategists"

New research argues that dark personalities are no smarter than the rest of us.

New research argues that dark personalities are no smarter than the rest of us.

Do Women "Play Nicer" Than Men?

The answer is more complicated than you might think.

The answer is more complicated than you might think.

Four Personality Differences Between Boys and Girls

New research reveals interesting gender differences in pre-teen personalities.

New research reveals interesting gender differences in pre-teen personalities.