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Psychology says people who have a small library at home aren't collecting books for display: What the behavior reveals?

Psychology says people who have a small library at home aren't lacking knowledge or interest in reading. A compact book collection can reflect selective choices, limited space, digital reading habits and a preference for useful possessions. Psychology research on environmental clutter and cognitive load also helps explain why some people…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

Nocturnal dodo? Study suggests we were very wrong about Mauritius' iconic flightless bird

Researchers continue to rage against the dumb-dodo myth with more evidence that the iconic flightless bird was smarter than early accounts suggest ‪—‬ and might have even been nocturnal.

LiveScience · Aug 12

Psychology says people who decorate their car's interior with soft toys, cushions, lights and others aren't showing off: What this behavior means?

Psychology says people who decorate their car's interior with soft toys, cushions, lights and others aren't necessarily trying to attract attention or show their financial status. The behavior can reflect a need for comfort, personal identity, emotional regulation and security. A decorated car can become a familiar space that helps…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

Cybersecurity’s identity crisis: why trust can no longer begin and end at login

Cyber threats no longer break in; they log in. Here's why organizations must rethink trust in the age of identity-based attacks.

TechRadar · Aug 12

Quote of the day by Sigmund Freud: 'The virtuous man contents himself with dreaming that which the wicked man does...' - Life lesson from the founder of psychoanalysis on the conflict between morality and desire

Quote of the day by Sigmund Freud: As the pioneer of psychoanalysis, Sigmund Freud revolutionized our grasp of the complexities of the human mind. Through his groundbreaking theories on unconscious motivations and dream symbolism, Freud not only provided insights into psychological conditions but also influenced broader cultural narratives. He posited…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

Think perfectionism leads to success? Psychology says it could be holding you back

Perfectionism can act as a double-edged sword, inspiring individuals to excel while simultaneously inducing stress and anxiety. Studies indicate that certain perfectionistic traits can lead to achievement, whereas others can be detrimental. Heightened fears of making errors and the quest for unrealistic perfection contribute to burnout. As pressures from modern…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

Why Cats Bring Dead Prey to Their Owners: The Feline Hunting Instinct Explained

Cats hunt even when they are not hungryDomestic cats are obligate carnivores with a predator's neural wiring that does not switch off when a bowl of kibble is full. A 2013 study published in Nature Communications tracked free-roaming cats across the United States and found that they kill between 1.3…

Times Life · Aug 12

Why Dogs Keep Circling Before Lying Down: The Canine Evolutionary Instinct Behind This Ancient Ritual

The Three-Turn Habit Has a Number for a ReasonMost dogs circle two to four times before settling. A 2011 study published in the journal Anthrozoös, conducted by researchers at the Eotvos Lorand University in Budapest, found that dogs given a soft, deformable surface to sleep on circled significantly more than…

Times Life · Aug 12

Genetics triggers male black widows to blackflip into death, study finds

A wild cannibalistic sexual behavior in spiders has a simple genetic explanation, new study finds.

LiveScience · Aug 11

Infuriating New Video Shows Woman’s Blasé Behavior At Police Station After Taking Bride’s Life On Wedding Day

“She is the poster child for a spoiled and entitled brat.”

Bored Panda · Aug 11