The Latest Breaking News from Behavior

More advanced AI systems show a better capacity to scheme and lie to us, and they know when they're being watched — so they change their behavior to hide their deceptions.

Artificial intelligence systems can silently adopt hidden behaviors from data that appears meaningless and researchers now believe the quirk may be built into the wiring of neural networks, raising fresh safety worries.

No matter how hard you try to put on a brave face, your family often has a sixth sense for when something is wrong. They’ve known you your whole life and are attuned to the subtle shifts in your behavior that signal inner turmoil. You might think you’re hiding your…

Researchers at Google and OpenAI, among other companies, have warned that we may not be able to monitor AI's decision-making process for much longer.

“I was a victim to this and I [did] nothing about it.”

The partnership between parents and teachers is crucial for a child’s success in school. A positive, collaborative relationship can create a supportive network that helps a student thrive. However, some parental behaviors can strain this relationship, causing educators to dread interactions and even disengage. These actions often stem from good…

There is a significant difference between being frugal and being cheap, and people can spot it from a mile away. Frugality is about being resourceful and prioritizing your spending on what matters most to you. Being cheap, however, often comes at the expense of others’ comfort, time, and generosity. Certain…

The sound of an unexpected doorbell once sparked curiosity, but for many younger people today, it triggers anxiety. While older generations might not think twice about opening their front door to a stranger, Millennials and Gen Z often have a different reaction: silence and a quick peek through the blinds.…

Money can be one of the most sensitive topics in any family, and when it’s not handled thoughtfully, it can drive a wedge between parents...