We humans are social creatures, and we need close personal relationships to flourish. When our connections with others are lacking, we feel lonely. Not only does loneliness feel bad, but it also harms ...

You probably think of willpower as whether or not you're going to reach for that second piece of pie—but according to ...

The new year is a time when we all try to turn over a new leaf by getting rid of bad habits and developing new ones in their place. But as we all know from personal experience, most New Year’s ...

People who can delay gratification and master their impulses thrive in life. And experts say that you can learn skills to rein in bad habits. By Christina Caron We tend to respect and even idolize ...

All soon-to-be-parents want to give their baby the healthiest start possible, but new Brock University-led research shows that eating well and being physically active during pregnancy also benefits ...

Small commitments to yourself may feel trivial — but psychologists say they may form the foundation of genuine self-respect, resilience and long-term well-being. Self-respect is often described as a ...

A new study suggests that encountering reminders of romance can lead individuals to take greater risks. This influence ...