7 h. ago What your emoji use says about you as study reveals psychological traits

The use of emojis has become a universal language for everyone, but the use of the digital hieroglyphics could reveal more deeper indications of your personality

Science

28 h. ago Psychologist reveals how 'urge surfing' can help you beat cravings in 5 simple steps

Urge surfing is a mindfulness technique that can successfully help with food cravings, among other temptations, and basically involves 'surfing the urge' in your mind.

Politics

62 h. ago ‘Mummy, Charlie called me fat today’: how to talk to kids about body image

A psychologist reveals five questions children can ask – and how to answer them• Can I protect my seven-year-old daughter from the impossible beauty standards of the fashion world?If your child is upset because a classmate has been unkind about their body, it’s natural to want to ease their distress with: “You’re not fat, darling, you’re beautiful!” However, trying to reassure them in this way is more likely to undermine their body confidence. First, it reinforces the message that being fat is bad, thereby perpetuating stigma, instilling a belief that only some body types are acceptable, and eliciting fear around weight gain. Second, it focuses on bigger bodies being the problem, rather than name-calling and stigmatising behaviour. And third, it insinuates that you can’t be fat and beautiful. Continue reading...

Politics

4 d. ago The six signs your man is still hung up on his ex, revealed by expert psychologist DIANNE EVERITT

Many of us will be familiar with the suspicion that your partner might still be holding a candle for their ex. It's the oldest insecurity of them all. But it could be well justified.

Science

3 w. ago Why working for Hooters 'isn't worth the 'psychological risk', professor claims

The world famous diner went bust last week after decades of scantily-clad waitress serving fried chicken wings to leery customers, but no, a psychologist has revealed the mental toll on workers

Events

3 w. ago From TV tastes to emoji overuse: Surprising reasons why relationships end, reveals study

A poll of 2,000 adults who have been in a relationship found a range of unique reasons for splitting up with someone, including not liking the other person's sports team or their food choices

Politics

3 w. ago Psychologists reveal how to FORCE narcissists to tell the truth

If you've ever argued with a narcissist, you already know that it's nearly impossible.

Politics

4 w. ago I'm a doctor... and your sleeping position reveals a lot about your health

A professional psychologist has revealed the five most common sleeping positions that suggest you may be under high stress.

Society