I’m a psychologist — here’s what your favorite doughnut says about you

I’m a psychologist — here’s what your favorite doughnut says about you

Fry this one on for size. The kind of doughnut you’re most likely to eat says a whole lot about your personality, experts claim. Compare the Market, a price comparison website based in the U.K., asked thousands of doughnut lovers to select their favorite type, passing along their findings to psychologist Jo Hemmings, who revealed … Read more

I’m a psychologist from Finland, the world’s ‘happiest country’ — here’s our secret

I’m a psychologist from Finland, the world’s ‘happiest country’ — here’s our secret

For a number of years now, Finland has been named the happiest country in the world. Don’t get it twisted, warns Frank Martela, a Finnish psychology researcher and philosopher. Finns aren’t born spitting rainbows — and they work hard to earn that title. “It would be more accurate to say that Finland is the country that … Read more

I’m a psychologist — here are 3 ways to tell if you’re a secret hoarder

I’m a psychologist — here are 3 ways to tell if you’re a secret hoarder

Hoarding disorder affects about 2.6% of all adults, especially those who are older than 60 and suffer from anxiety and depression. Now, Dr. David Tolin, a clinical psychologist who is featured on the A&E series “Hoarders” — Season 15 premiered last week — is sharing three ways to tell if you are secretly a hoarder. “Hoarding … Read more

Are you with the right partner? 9 tell-tale signs from a psychologist

Are you with the right partner? 9 tell-tale signs from a psychologist

This bit of relationship advice has a nice ring to it — and you might get one by taking it, too. A psychologist recently shared the nine signs and traits that successful couples consistently demonstrate as a way to know whether or not you’re with your soulmate. It comes around the same time that hosts … Read more

Criminal psychologist reveals common traits of men who kill their partners

Criminal psychologist reveals common traits of men who kill their partners

The tragic murder of Lilie James at the St Andrew’s Cathedral School has once again narrowed the collective consciousness of Australia on the rising epidemic of men murdering women. The statistics are staggering. In the past 10 days, six women have been killed — five allegedly by violence inflicted upon them by men. Indeed, since … Read more

How you butter bread reveals hidden ‘layers of our personality’ — psychologist shares 9 ways and meanings

How you butter bread reveals hidden ‘layers of our personality’ — psychologist shares 9 ways and meanings

How do you like your muffin buttered? A psychologist has claimed that how you spread butter on your toast actually says a lot about who you are. Human behavioral researcher Darren Stanton claimed that people are in different categories based on their spreading method — you could be a Glider, a Clumper, or a Crust … Read more

‘Emotional support Barbies’ can improve adults’ mental health: psychologist

‘Emotional support Barbies’ can improve adults’ mental health: psychologist

Life can be a little more fantastic with some plastic. The record-breaking “Barbie” movie has inspired a cultural phenomenon, contributing to a pink paint shortage and inspiring a fabulously feminine fashion trend, dubbed “Barbiecore.” More than just an aesthetic fad, the Greta Gerwig-directed flick, starring Margot Robbie as the titular Barbie and Ryan Gosling as Ken, has also … Read more

Ugly Beauty is taking over Hollywood — A psychologist reveals what that means for women

Ugly Beauty is taking over Hollywood — A psychologist reveals what that means for women

If you think makeup is just used to make you look prettier, you’re wrong, and maybe you are getting older. The latest makeup trend that even Hollywood is embracing is all about looking ugly. Yes, you heard that right. It’s called the ‘Ugly Beauty’ trend very accurately, and it is so popular that the hashtag … Read more

Psychologist weighs in on why exactly fans worship celebrities

Psychologist weighs in on why exactly fans worship celebrities

Fans of pop mega-star Taylor Swift are in their obsession era. As the star continues her international Eras Tour, “Swifties” around the world aren’t holding back on expressing their Taylor love. But the fandom extends far past Swift, since celebrity infatuation has spanned generations including the passion and mania for The Beatles to the admiration of Harry Styles. In … Read more

Psychologist reveals ‘joy’ of joining throuple with coworker

Psychologist reveals ‘joy’ of joining throuple with coworker

A psychologist, who is part of a throuple, has revealed she “never once” considered a multiple relationship until a co-worker confessed she had feelings for her. Dr Nicole LePera, who is a clinical psychologist in the US, posting online as @the.holistic.psychologist, spoke about her relationship on Annie Macmanus’ podcast Changes. Dr LePera often posts about her own … Read more

Why your laugh gives away a secret romance in seconds: psychologist

Why your laugh gives away a secret romance in seconds: psychologist

Sure, laughter is the best medicine — except for when you’re trying to keep a budding romance on the down low. Your chuckles change depending on your romantic interest in someone — and it’s not subtle, according the a study published in the Journal of Nonverbal Behavior. In fact, researchers found obvious differences in tone … Read more

Psychologist dragged for breakup tip — surprised by ‘vitriol and anger’

Psychologist dragged for breakup tip — surprised by ‘vitriol and anger’

A clinical psychologist based in New York said she was “quite surprised” at the “vitriol and anger” she received this week for posting a TikTok video showing how to break up with a toxic friend. “The internet’s reaction indicates how divisive and difficult this subject is, especially in our culture today — friendships can be … Read more