Why it takes more than the occasional ‘sorry’: How frequency and quality of apologies shape our relationships
Why it takes more than the occasional ‘sorry’: How frequency and quality of apologies shape our relationships
Missteps and hurt feelings are often unavoidable in romantic relationships. While some individuals are quick to fully admit their mistakes, others are more reserved. But how does the way we apologize affect our relationships? / more
Can expectations about being hungry affect your concentration?
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hunger, cognitive performance, concentration, placebo, expectations
Can expectations about being hungry affect your concentration?
Can skipping breakfast blur your focus? A recent study found that hunger alone did not alter concentration—but participants expecting hunger to sharpen their minds performed better than those anticipating a slump. The results suggest beliefs about hunger can steer cognitive performance and should inform health messaging. / more
The Dark Side of Social Media - Unpacking Its Psychological Impact
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Special Issue, social media
The Dark Side of Social Media - Unpacking Its Psychological Impact
Social media has revolutionized the way we connect, communicate, and consume information. However, its darker aspects pose significant challenges to individuals and societies. This Special Issue (SI) seeks to explore the negative psychological consequences of social media , such as their impact on interpersonal communication, the formation of political beliefs, mental health and body image , consumer behavior, and information processing. We invite research that examines these issues from psychological, media, and communication science perspectives and sheds light on the... / more
Join the In-Mind Team: Help us make psychology accessible to everyone!
Join the In-Mind Team: Help us make psychology accessible to everyone!
What is In-Mind? In-Mind is a volunteer-driven project dedicated to sharing psychological research. We give researchers a platform to present their work in an engaging, accessible, and scientifically rigorous way—psychology by scientists, for everyone. Our journal publishes freely available, ad-free articles across all areas of psychology. We are the English version of In-Mind. The journal also publishes in German, French, Dutch, and Italian. Who are we looking for? We are seeking active researchers across all stages of an academic career... / more
Artificial Intelligence, Real Consequences: Call for abstracts for a special issue on the psychological dimensions of AI
Artificial Intelligence, Real Consequences: Call for abstracts for a special issue on the psychological dimensions of AI
The special issue "Artificial Intelligence, Real Consequences — exploring the psychological dimensions of AI" aims to make central research on the psychological components of Artificial Intelligence (AI) accessible to the general public. / more
Caught in a Vicious Cycle? The Complex Interplay of Work Stressors and Burnout
Caught in a Vicious Cycle? The Complex Interplay of Work Stressors and Burnout
A conflict with a coworker, time pressure, or technical issues – work-related stressors can take many forms. When work stressors accumulate, they can lead to burnout. However, recent research suggests that the interplay between work stressors and burnout is more complex than previously assumed. Could employees potentially be caught in a vicious cycle? / more
Everything was better in the past? Children’s self-regulation across the decades
Everything was better in the past? Children’s self-regulation across the decades
Do you also believe, like most American adults, that children today have less self-control than prior generations? A large study suggests that this assumption is wrong: Children from the 2000s can wait longer for candy than children from the 1960s and 1980s. / more
Call for editors for a Special Issue on the “Psychology of Artificial Intelligence”
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Special Issue
Call for editors for a Special Issue on the “Psychology of Artificial Intelligence”
Are you an AI researcher and wish to handle a special issue on the topic? In-Mind is looking for one or several people who are interested in being guest editors of a special issue on the “Psychology of Artificial Intelligence” directed at a general audience. In a recent call for papers, we received a good number of abstracts for papers on various AI related topics. This means there is already a list of authors waiting to be invited to submit... / more
Phubbing: When love slips through the screen
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phubbing, romantic relationships, smartphones
Phubbing: When love slips through the screen
We all know this situation: we want to tell the other person something, but they only have eyes for their smartphone. This behavior has a name: Phubbing. But how does phubbing change our relationships and do we have to switch back to reading the newspaper to be a good partner? / more
Bedtime procrastination: I know I should go to bed but …
Bedtime procrastination: I know I should go to bed but …
Perhaps, most people are aware that sleep is important and know the consequences of cutting nights short. However, many people delay their bedtimes from time to time – even though they are already tired and could easily fall asleep. Why do we put off going to bed? This article approaches explanations. / more