Category: Psychology

The cult of the keffiyeh

The keffiyeh has become more a symbol of sentiment than understanding for some. Many who wear it seem unaware of Hamas’ brutality or the realities of life in Palestine. Ironically,…

Evidence of a Christmas spirit network in the brain: functional MRI study

Significant clusters of increased BOLD activation in the sensory motor cortex, the premotor and primary motor cortex, and the parietal lobule (inferior and superior) were found in scans of people…

Gen Z getting hired and then fired

A survey of nearly 1,000 hiring managers, found that one in six employers were reluctant to hire Gen Z workers mainly due to their reputation for being entitled and easily…

How Technology Encourages Narcissism

For some, experiencing life firsthand isn’t enough—they only feel truly validated when viewed and acknowledged by others. While the allure of self-admiration has long existed, modern media has created unprecedented…

Clinicians Guide to Help Reduce Holiday Work Stress

The holiday season is often a time of joy, but it also brings considerable stress. According to a 2023 poll by the American Psychological Association, 89% of U.S. adults report…