Have you ever met someone and, just because they seemed charming or attractive, you immediately assumed they were also intelligent, kind, or competent? That mental shortcut has a name: the Halo Effect. It’s one of the most fascinating cognitive biases in psychology, and it influences us much more than we realize. What is the Halo Effect? … Read more
Wednesday Addams is one of the most fascinating characters in pop culture. With her cold stare, dark humor, and gothic style, she intrigues millions of people worldwide. But beyond Netflix’s revival of the character, many wonder: does Wednesday Addams show signs of a psychological disorder? Wednesday Addams and psychology: dark fascination or emotional defense? More … Read more
What if you could hack your brain? Imagine your mind works like a computer: with programs running automatically. Some help you move forward, others hold you back. The good news is that these “programs” are not permanent. Thanks to neuroplasticity and dopamine, you can reprogram your brain to build healthier habits, overcome procrastination, and live more aligned with … Read more
Do differences in intelligence exist between different populations? And if so, why? For decades, psychologists, anthropologists, and sociologists tried to answer this question. Many studies reported differences in average IQ scores across countries and cultures – yet today, this topic is rarely discussed openly in science. Why? Out of fear of misunderstanding, political misuse, or … Read more
Have you ever wondered why some childhood experiences leave such a deep mark on us? Psychology and neuroscience tell us something fascinating: there are special windows in development — called critical periods and sensitive periods— in which the brain is especially open to learning. What is absorbed during those moments can last forever… and what is missed may … Read more
What is the amygdala and why does it matter? Have you ever felt sudden fear, uncontrollable anger, or anxiety that appears out of nowhere, without any clear reason? That sensation—that your body reacts first and your mind catches up later—has an explanation: it’s called the amygdala, one of the oldest and most powerful parts of … Read more
Why do you do what you do every day? What drives you to get up, work, chase goals, or even dream? Psychologist Abraham Maslow tried to answer this big question with one of the most famous theories in psychology: the hierarchy of human needs. According to Maslow, our motivations follow a hierarchical order: first we need … Read more
Who are you, really? Are you the result of your genes or of everything you’ve lived through? This is one of the oldest and most fascinating debates in psychology: nature vs. nurture. And although it might sound like an academic discussion, it actually runs through our daily lives. Every time we wonder why someone is shy, … Read more
Do we really see reality as it is? Spoiler: no. What you believe you see is not always what is actually there. Your brain doesn’t just record information from your senses — it interprets it, organizes it, and often… it deceives you. One of the clearest examples of this is through optical illusions. Think of the … Read more
You’ve probably had mornings when everything seems to fall into place. You wake up energized, your mind is clear, and each task flows effortlessly. And other days, even after a good night’s sleep, everything feels heavy—you move slowly, struggle to focus, and the world seems out of sync. This change isn’t random. In psychology, it … Read more