Mind & Behavior

Mind & Behavior

Study the science of how we think, feel, and act, with insights that help you better understand yourself and others.

A black and white photo of a person in pajamas reading a book.
Even before birth, our brains are taking note of the languages we hear.
Xiaomi redmi note 3 smartwatch with blood pressure device integration.
Embedded in a cell phone or in accessories such as rings, bracelets or watches, the novel tools aim to make it easier to manage hypertension. But they must still pass several tests before hitting the clinic.
A rat is floating in front of a DNA screen, exhibiting an autistic behavior.
The study is a solid step toward developing gene therapies against neurodevelopmental disorders.
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Lab experiments showed Caribbean box jellyfish are quick studies of their environment.
A group of people sitting at a table in a brave space, working on their laptops.
Take it from teamwork gurus behind Apple and Star Wars — a new kind of psychological incubator will allow your creativity to flourish.
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Your life’s memories could, in principle, be stored in the universe’s structure.
A black and white photo of a man with his hands on his head.
Some neuroscientists question whether the body can “keep score” of anything in a meaningful way.
A black and white image of a man holding a camera and various Chinese and Japanese textbooks, showcasing his dedication to learning these languages.
Arieh Smith, a New York City-based polyglot who runs the YouTube channel Xiaomanyc, talks language-learning with Big Think.
An integrated woman's feet resting on a chair.
There are steps we can take to create a new paradigm that will help shift society's attitude towards women in the workplace.
An old black and white photo of a man practicing phrenology on a bust.
The pseudoscience phrenology swept the popular imagination, and its practitioners made a mint preying on prejudices, gullibility, and misinformation.
A person wearing a paper bag with a smiley face on it, exuding an air of happiness.
Instead of fear, his delusions bring him cheer. His psychiatrist embraces them.
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The sooner you can admit what’s swimming beneath the surface, the sooner you can improve your life.
A young girl giving her undivided attention to a TV screen displaying an engaging cartoon.
The modern attention economy hijacks our ability to focus, but an ancient technique offers a means to get it back.
A single bed bug on a white background.
Claims of a sudden infestation appear unfounded.
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After turning up hundreds of genes with hard-to-predict effects, some scientists are now probing the grander developmental processes that shape face geometry.
Gertrude Bell, a formidable traveller, archaeologist and diplomat, defied the action fallacy by challenging conventional wisdom and achieving remarkable success in her endeavors.
We rightly celebrate Winston Churchill as one of the world's greatest leaders — but for all the wrong reasons.
The curious be the unicorn.
Visionaries from Socrates to Steve Jobs have touted curiosity as an essential quality. Here’s how to supercharge your spirit of inquiry.
A group of people sitting around a table in a conference room, strategizing on how to retain talent.
Really smart people don’t just demand intellectual engagement — they need the opportunity to learn and create something special.
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After my father died, my journey of rediscovery began with the Czech language.
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Your brain is not an obsolete piece of technology. Once properly trained for learning, it’s your ticket to navigating the AI landscape.