Rob Henderson

About

Rob Henderson received a Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Cambridge (St. Catharine's College), where he studied as a Gates Cambridge Scholar. He obtained a B.S. in Psychology from Yale University and is a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. In addition to his widely-read Substack newsletter, his writing has appeared in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Quillette, among other outlets.

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He can be reached at robert.henderson@aya.yale.edu.

Recent Posts

Why Does Medicine Taste So Gross?

Human ancestors created a fascinating social technology to promote cooperation and suppress selfishness.

Why Some People Become Narcissists or Psychopaths

Poverty doesn't create psychopathic behavior, but childhood instability might.

Narcissistic Rage and Humiliated Fury

There are two types of narcissists, and one is quieter than the other.

The False Beliefs That Ruin Good Relationships

Relationship start off as exciting. Why does this not last forever?

Do the Most Educated People Look Down on Everyone Else?

Who cares the most about social status? The answer will surprise you.

Who cares the most about social status? The answer will surprise you.

How to Make Better Decisions Faster

Is it always wise to "take our time" before making important decisions? People often take too long to choose between equally-valued options.

Is it always wise to "take our time" before making important decisions? People often take too long to choose between equally-valued options.

Do We Have "True Selves"?

Why do introverts feel more authentic when they act like extraverts? The answer will surprise you.

Why do introverts feel more authentic when they act like extraverts? The answer will surprise you.

What Your Social Signals Reveal

Research helps explain why it's sometimes better to downplay accomplishments.

Research helps explain why it's sometimes better to downplay accomplishments.

Why Are Poor Kids More Likely to Graduate Than Foster Kids?

What factor is more important than poverty for explaining childhood outcomes? The answer might surprise you.

What factor is more important than poverty for explaining childhood outcomes? The answer might surprise you.

What Is the True Purpose of Propaganda?

Is propaganda really meant to brainwash the masses? Research helps explain its function.

Is propaganda really meant to brainwash the masses? Research helps explain its function.