Individuals who accept human evolution tend to exhibit reduced levels of prejudice compared to those who reject the scientific theory, according to new research published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology. The study indicates that dis…
Differentiation of self predicts changes in sexual desire among married couples, study finds
The ability to maintain a sense of self and autonomy while invested in a close relationship predicts increases in sexual desire over time, according to new research published in the journal Sexual and Relationship Therapy. The new findings provide insi…
New psychology research indicates people can harness discomfort to motivate themselves
New research provides evidence that encouraging people to seek discomfort can help to motivate psychological growth. The findings have been published in the journal Psychological Science. “In prior work, my co-authors and I found that the more fun goal…
Secondary psychopathy in high school boys positively predicts future dating involvement, study finds
Psychopathic personality traits in adolescents are associated with delinquency and delinquency can contribute to future dating success for boys, according to new research published in the journal Evolutionary Psychology. Psychopathy is considered as a …
New research suggests there are biological sex differences in friendship jealousy
Friendship jealousy, which can be felt when a third-party individual threatens one’s friendship by becoming increasingly close with one’s own friend, may manifest differently based on the biological sex differences of those in involved. Indeed, new res…
Even subclinical levels of anxiety and depression appear to elevate eating disorder severity
How much does your mental health have to do with your eating habits? Research suggests that they are strongly linked. A new study published in Brain and Behavior provides evidence that even subclinical levels of anxiety and depression can be related to…
New research provides evidence for a functional relationship between parenting and religiosity
Both parenthood and parental care motivation are linked to higher levels of religiosity, according to new research published in Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin. The study provides evidence that parents are drawn to religion because it foster…
The female orgasm may have evolved as a mate-selection tool, according to new research
The female orgasm may be a means for selecting mates for committed long-term relationships, according to a new study published in Evolutionary Psychology. While the male orgasm is necessary for sexual reproduction, the female orgasm is not. Thus, some …
Casual sex generally leads to more positive emotional outcomes for men than for women, study finds
Women report significantly more regret, loneliness, and unhappiness than men in the wake of a hookup, according to new research published in the journal Sexuality & Culture. The new findings also indicate that engaging in casual sex to cope with negati…