decision making
Regret over a hookup doesn’t change our behavior
A study finds that sexual regret doesn't change how we behave in the future.
The great free will debate
Philosophers, theoretical physicists, psychologists, and others consider what or who is really in control.
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Monkeys are capable of inferential reasoning, study shows
A recent study showed that monkeys can make logical choices when given an A or B scenario.
Why large groups of people often come to the same conclusions
Study confirms the existence of a special kind of groupthink in large groups.
Serotonin plays a key role in patience and impulse control, research says
There is a neurological link between serotonin levels and the brain's ability to control impulses and patience levels.
Is free will an illusion?
Philosophers have been asking the question for hundreds of years. Now neuroscientists are joining the quest to find out.
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Can fake news help you remember real facts better?
A 2020 study published in the journal of Psychological Science explores the idea that fake news can actually help you remember real facts better.
Millennials reconsidering finances and future under COVID-19
A new survey found that 27 percent of millennials are saving more money due to the pandemic, but most can't stay within their budgets.
How confident are you in making decisions?
New research pinpoints the neurons responsible for your choices.
How we make moral decisions
In some situations, asking "what if everyone did that?" is a common strategy for judging whether an action is right or wrong.
How does your brain make split second decisions?
Researchers explore the "complex web of connections" in your brain that allows you to make split second decisions.
Personal finance: How to save, spend, and think rationally about money
Finances can be a stressor, regardless of tax bracket. Here are tips for making better money decisions.
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Taking pain relievers makes you more likely to take risks
Research from Ohio State finds that acetaminophen affects our emotions.
Study: Pandemic rumors may have killed hundreds of people
Pandemic rumors and information overload make separating fact from fancy difficult, putting people's health and lives at risk.
Unfiltered lessons of a female entrepreneur
Join Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter and best-selling author Charles Duhigg as he interviews Victoria Montgomery Brown, co-founder and CEO of Big Think.
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Can a quantum strategy help bring down the house?
Study finds quantum entanglement could, in principle, give a slight advantage in the game of blackjack.
How to win a negotiation
Getting what you want often requires choosing the right strategy.
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Poker: The high-stakes way to unlock your potential
Join Maria Konnikova live at 11am EDT tomorrow on Big Think!
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How “thinking about thinking” can help children in school and in life
Teaching your child metacognitive techniques can improve their learning and life skills.
“Forced empathy” is a powerful negotiation tool. Here’s how to do it.
Master negotiator Chris Voss breaks down how to get what you want during negotiations.
What is counterfactual thinking?
Can thinking about the past really help us create a better present and future?
Do we really date based on our own ideals?
Do we really know what we want in a romantic partner? If so, do our desires actually mean we match up with people who suit them?
Inside the brains of psychopaths
Three scientists examine three dimensions of psychopathy: neurological, social, and criminal.
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Dread can be a powerful motivational tool
Sometimes not looking forward to something helps you get it done.
‘Freakonomics’ study offers simple strategy for making tough decisions
When facing a hard decision, consider choosing change over inaction.
How to maximize performance and minimize stress during the COVID-19 pandemic
Flow Research Collective COO Rian Doris explains how to harness the power of your nervous system to find your flow during a pandemic.
The positive impact of gratitude on mental and physical health
Dr. Robert Emmons and other researchers dig into the positive mental and physical health benefits of expressing gratitude.
Maximize your team’s power. Identify your connector type.
When everyone knows and plays their role, it helps the team operate at a higher level.
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Color psychology: What does your favorite color say about your personality?
Your favorite color can be linked to various personality traits, motivation, and productivity levels in your life.