behavioural science Archives

Do You Have A Healthy Personality?

27/11/2018

Researchers found that the healthy personality can be described in terms of the 30 facets of the 'big five' model of personality traits....

Superheroes More Violent Than Villains

02/11/2018

Despite positive themes, new research suggests superhero characters often idolised by young viewers may send a strongly negative message when it comes to violence....

Ditch The Bling If You Want To Make New Pals

15/08/2018

According to new research, when it comes to making friends, status symbols actually repel people from making friends with us....

Cured Meats Found to Exacerbate Bipolar Disorder

18/07/2018

An analysis of more than 1,000 people with and without psychiatric disorders has shown that nitrates in processed meats may contribute to manic episodes....