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This new study shows the benefits of pets for teens: better social skills, and less time alone

A new study on the benefits of having a cat or dog finds that teens with pets spend less time alone, and feel a greater sense of community.

A new study on the psychology of horror fans has found that they have more mental resilience than average.

A new study finds that brainstorming activities produce ideas that are actually pretty mediocre, unless you disrupt your routines.

Loneliness among the elderly more than doubled during the first months of the pandemic, but technology can help.

When it comes to texting vs calling, new research finds that calling wins if your goal is to connect with someone in a meaningful way.

A new study finds people walk faster and report feeling healthier when they walk with a purpose, especially when they're walking to work .

The psychology of color: a new study of 30 countries finds colors and the emotions people link them to are similar across the globe.

Toddlers who use touchscreens are faster at finding visual targets on a screen, according to a newly published study.

A new study shows that a distinct psychological profile known as the "frontier mentality" is still widespread in the western United States.