Psychology Today

Fascism’s Centennial Legacy

Over the course of this century, “illiberal” democracy has been growing.

A Glimpse into Our Common Humanity

What is the common thread connecting you, me, a Swedish physician, and a poor woman in Africa?

How Many Women Suffer Sexual Pain? Way More Than Men Think

Many women suffer pain during sex, but few mention it. Consequently, most men are in the dark. Here's a man's guide to women's sexual pain.

The Case for Chocolate Bliss in Easing Mood and Anxiety

A new meta-analysis synthesizes the evidence that cacao alleviates low mood, soothes anxiety, and boosts a sense of well-being.

The Human Brain Has a “Ready-to-Remember” Mode

New research advances our understanding of how the brain prepares to encode information and create memories.

Terrorism and the Crisis of Deliberative Democracy

Far-right and jihadi terrorism work in tandem to weaken liberal democracy much as the fascists and communists in the 1920s and '30s.

Analytic Perspectives on 'The Hunger Games'

Merging images of The Hunger Games with Greek mythology for a deep dive Hades would be proud of!

Exercise-Linked Irisin May Protect Against Neurodegeneration

Since 2013, researchers have been exploring the neuroprotective powers of exercise-induced irisin. A new study reaffirms that exercise-linked ir…