Mind Shenanigans: Psychology Insights for Everyday Life

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May 11, 2026 - 05:08

The psychological traits that build an extremist personality

A new study sheds light on the psychological building blocks that can turn an ordinary person into an extremist, pointing to a fierce hunger for social standing and a deeply inflated sense of group...

May 10, 2026 - 09:55

Why are some people good at everything? Psychology says ‘naturally gifted’ individuals aren’t just lucky —

Some people appear to excel at nearly everything they try, from sports and music to academics and social situations. While it might look like they were simply born with a golden touch, psychology...

May 9, 2026 - 21:34

Mother’s Day and Estrangement: Holding Two Truths at Once

For many, Mother`s Day is a Hallmark holiday of brunches and flowers. But for those navigating family estrangement, it can feel like a public holiday of private grief. The commercials and social...

May 9, 2026 - 05:00

Game on: ASU students join ‘hot' field of sports psychology

These days, when a pro athlete nails a game-winning shot or crosses the finish line first, a mental performance coach is often cheering right alongside the team. For years, these specialists were...

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Postpartum Psychopathology Understanding The...

New motherhood is challenging; mental health deserves as much attention as physical health.

Author: Maxwell McCarron

May 10, 2026

The Science Behind Neuropsychological Testing

Neuropsychological tests reveal cognitive strengths and weaknesses.

Author: Dixie McHugh

May 10, 2026

Unlocking The Secrets To Emotional Stability

Emotional stability is like a well-tuned bicycle-sometimes you just have to pump up the tires and avoid potholes!

Author: Lumen McTavish

May 8, 2026

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Welcome to Psycix, your friendly neighborhood psychology blog brought to you by Christine Carter, where we dive into the quirks of the human mind and unravel the mysteries of our behavior while sipping coffee and cracking a few jokes along the way. Join us as we explore topics like mental health, behavioral science, and emotional well-being in a down-to-earth way that feels like chatting with an old friend, because understanding psychology should be as enjoyable as it is enlightening. Get ready to laugh, learn, and maybe even have a few lightbulb moments about what really makes us tick.