psychology
Twitter Might Know When You’re Likely to Die, But Don't Expect It to Help You
Heart disease is the newest ailment your phone can theoretically warn you about. But all these future tech promises may not be as life-changing as we think.
The Psychology and Economy of Conspiracy Theories
Why do people believe in conspiracy theories, and who's profiting from the industry they've created?
Strengthening Family Bonds with Ecstasy
I sat down with a life coach to discuss what her experiences with MDMA have taught her about building better relationships.
Meet the Two Guys Who Are Doomed to Watch ‘Grown Ups 2’ for Eternity
Every Monday, Guy Montgomery and Tim Batt wake up at 9 AM to watch the Adam Sandler ensemble comedy and then discuss the movie on a podcast called The Worst Idea of All Time.
The Psychology of Torture
We talked to Stephen Soldz, founder of the Coalition for an Ethical Psychology, about the dark theories behind the CIA's enhanced interrogation tactics.
TED Talks Aren't Making My Generation Smart – They're Making Us Stupid
I haven't had an independent thought in years. Sometimes, I forget my own name.
How Cynical, Clumsy 'Morality Viral' Videos Took Over the Internet
'Ten Hours of Walking in NYC as a Woman' has spawned a ton of click-hungry copycats.
This Guy Is Going to Spend a Month Living Through a Human Avatar
British artist Mark Farid is going to spend 28 days hooked up to an "Other", who will livestream everything he sees into Mark's virtual reality headset.
The World’s Top False Memory Expert Explains Why Everything You Know Might Be Wrong
Ted Bundy, OJ Simpson, Timothy McVeigh, Michael Jackson, Rodney King and Martha Stewart – Dr. Elizabeth Loftus has testified on behalf of them all.
Richard Wiseman Is King of the Internet Sceptics
I spoke to the psychology professor about magic, the supernatural and how sleep paralysis isn't all that bad.
Case Study 2: Recognition of the Self
When Christopher arrived for his first assessment he was not like a normal eight-year-old boy.