If you want to increase your happiness and well-being, spend your money, time or energy on someone else.Research consistently finds that acts of altruism, such as donating money, volunteering or ...

I’m not sure it’ll be enough to elicit wonder, but it’s worth trying. According to Michelle Shiota, a psychology professor at Arizona State University who has researched the impact of awe, a ...

What drives the onset of alcohol dependence in midlife? How does it present unique challenges, and what strategies can help ...

The latest PSPI explores ways that psychological and behavior science can help decrease the negative consequences of Internet use.

To build closer friendships, experts say tell your friends you appreciate them, be vulnerable and “repot” the relationship....It’s important to show interest and full attention to what a friend is ...

Elizabeth Kensinger discusses her research on the role of emotion in memory and changes in the field in an interview with APS ...

Machines can now beat us at chess, create art, and even diagnose diseases. Yet, for all its capabilities, artificial ...

Teaching: These student activities call on recent research to help students identify myths about misinformation.

The Annual Convention Program Committee plans sessions within specific subject areas and collaborates on cross-cutting theme sessions and special events. APS 2025 features several hours of invited ...

APS is pleased to offer special programming for students at the APS Annual Convention. Hosted by the APS Student Caucus, APSSC panels and events are designed to be fun and informative, featuring ...