Psychology

It’s not what we thought

Medical schools are testing simulations to bridge the emotional gulf between physicians and their patients

Ditching or adjusting goals in the face of adversity might often be the best thing for us—but we don’t all approach these challenges in the same way

A new study upends conventional wisdom about how we relate to those closest to us

Creativity flourishes when people cross borders—and when those borders blur through deep, human connection

It might not be good for us to go overboard with indoor greenery

The potential risks are high, but scientists say we need to study the possible benefits

And why a bit of fright can be a good thing

What a mathematical model can tell us about self-censorship

From ancient monsters to modern slashers, our fascination with horror may be an evolutionary gift

Social isolation is a health problem, but how we talk about it matters

Researchers are learning more about limerence, the term for obsessive, involuntary love that is often unreturned