Stress

People can form surprisingly strong bonds with others—even when that tie is one-sided

Dogs can smell when people are stressed, and it seems to make them feel downhearted

Political violence has a different effect on people today than it did in the past because of social media and extreme partisanship

The way we think about time, aging and sickness may influence our health, behavior and general well-being in surprising ways

Research suggests that people tend to exaggerate how critically they will be viewed if they reveal negative information about themselves to others

Repairing a broken parent-adult child relationship is possible if both sides approach it earnestly and honestly

Humans may be the only animals that weep, but other species appear to tear up for different reasons

This emotion can push people to overcome obstacles, though results are best when people keep their long-term aims in mind

Yes, conspiracy narratives are everywhere. But it’s not as bad as you think

Researchers have a clearer picture than ever before of how common conditions that involve aggressive behavior emerge and how treatment can help

Jen Golbeck, “dog mom” to a group of golden retrievers called the Golden Ratio on social media, talks about the science of the bond between humans and their dogs and all the ways that the canines benefit people

A new book explores the science of trash talk—and why some people are more immune to it than others