Kevin Dickinson

Kevin Dickinson

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Kevin Dickinson is a staff writer and columnist at Big Think. His writing focuses on the intersection between education, psychology, business, and science. He holds a master’s in English and writing, and his articles have appeared in Agenda, RealClearScience, and the Washington Post. Follow him on LinkedIn and Twitter @KevinRDickinson.

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Claims of a "loneliness epidemic" aren't based on robust data. Loneliness might be a problem, but it's not worse than it was in the past.
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People with aphantasia cannot conjure mental images, either original or from memory.
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Despite a reputation for catastrophe and cat killings, curiosity is a beneficial drive that improves our lives and well-being.
The "island rule" hypothesizes that species shrink or supersize to fill insular niches not available to them on the mainland.
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Nagomi helps us find balance in discord by unifying the elements of life while staying true to ourselves.
The paradox of failure explains why even a healthy rage-quit won't keep a good gamer down.
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Journaling helped Marcus Aurelius cultivate the emotional intelligence necessary to steer Rome through turbulent times.