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Secret Behind Rorschach Test: Why We See Images in Inkblots
By Stephanie Bucklin published
Sigmund Freud Collectibles Could Fetch More Than $100,000 at Auction
By Kacey Deamer published
Own a piece of Sigmund Freud's storied career (you're not dreaming).
Which Personality Types Are Most Likely to Be Happy?
By Scott Barry Kaufman published
The real link between personality and well-being.
New You: Personality May Change After Therapy
By Stephanie Pappas published
Is your personality set for life? A new study finds that people's personality can change after they receive treatment for a mental health condition.
Why Toddlers Are So Bad at Hide-and-Seek
By Henrike Moll, Allie Khalulyan, Sciences published
Little kids cover their own eyes and feel hidden, even if they're still fully visible. New research suggests this doesn't mean children can't understand others' perspectives, as had been assumed.
Turns Out, Faking a Smile Might Not Make You Happier After All
By Stephanie Pappas published
A prominent psychological finding fails to hold up in a major replication attempt.
Getting in Character: The Psychology Behind Cosplay
By Mindy Weisberger published
Cosplay ain't your typical Halloween costume.
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