Psychology

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The start of high school doesn't have to be stressful

Why are there so many suckers? A neuropsychologist explains

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Why do paper cuts hurt so much?

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Penn Medicine launches first neuroaesthetics research center in United States

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When does hungry become hangry

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After 32 years, Philly public radio host hanging up his microphone

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CHOP: 'Antidepressive' behavior in new animal test offers hope for humans

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Penn takes part in study of faster PTSD treatment for military personnel

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How one psychologist created a ‘Likelihood to Sexually Harass’ scale

Gym chain is blocking news from its TVs in the name of mental health

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The long goodbye: Coping with sadness and grief before a loved one dies

Is the shame in your life toxic or motivating?

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New Year’s resolutions: Folly or wisdom?

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Active ingredient in Tylenol could ease the pain of FOMO

Tylenol's main ingredient may dull positive emotions

Putting up Christmas decorations early can make you happier, psychologist says

Can memory loss be cured? Penn researchers' brain map has some answers

Psychologists try to grasp the logic of Black Friday stampeding

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Does sports betting hurt traditional 'fandom?'

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Crazy-early Christmas music can be mentally damaging, psychologist says

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Drexel launches free counseling program for veterans

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Emojis are making you look incompetent at work, study says

Ask Hickey: Who are the worst kind of people to be around on the beach?

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Infrequently Asked Questions: Do long-time couples start to look like each other?

Katie on FOX: why it's OK to get away without your toddler

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Infrequently Asked Questions: Why does music give you 'chills'?

Philadelphia doctor named CEO of American Psychological Association

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The most difficult years to be a mother? Hint: Not infancy

Infrequently Asked Questions: Why do smells elicit memories?

Infrequently Asked Questions: Are the 'holiday blues' real?

Wondering how to spot a liar? Hint: It's all in your head

Book Review: Jon Ronson investigates Donald Trump’s connection to a conspiracy kingpin

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For autism research, Drexel team says step aside, Tooth Fairy

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Making personal training truly personal: How a Philly trainer applies psychology to his workout programs

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Infrequently Asked Questions: Why do we think so well in the shower?

Infrequently Asked Questions: What causes shy bladder syndrome?

Drexel study: Insight yields better solutions than analytical approach

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Penn study finds drawbacks to cost-saving measures in public mental health clinics

Pennsylvania woman pleads guilty to assault of school psychologist

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Saying 'thanks' has profound benefits on your health

What to do when children bring deep Santa questions home

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'Understanding Jihadists' study profiles American motivations to join ISIS

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Study: New Jersey's 'enhanced' eyewitness testimony instructions too potent

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