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Behavioral Psychology

The Pygmalion Effect: How Expectations Shape Reality
Psychology & Mental Health

The Pygmalion Effect: How Expectations Shape Reality

August 12, 2025 by Eddy LeGrand 14 min read

Discover how the Pygmalion Effect shapes behavior and outcomes through expectations. Learn to create supportive climates that foster growth and achievement.

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The IKEA Effect: Why You Love Things More When You Build Them Yourself
Psychology & Mental Health

The IKEA Effect: Why You Love Things More When You Build Them Yourself

August 11, 2025 by Aisha Bennett 8 min read

Discover the IKEA Effect: why you value self-built items more, even with flaws. Learn the psychology behind this bias and how it impacts your decisions.

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The Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon: Why You Notice Things More After Learning About Them
Psychology & Mental Health

The Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon: Why You Notice Things More After Learning About Them

February 7, 2025 by Lucian Hayes 11 min read

Discover the Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon: why you notice things more after learning about them. Explore this cognitive bias and its impact on perception and be…

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Why do people bite their nails?
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Why do people bite their nails?

April 15, 2024 by Gen Huan 8 min read

Explore the psychological, behavioral, and neurological reasons behind nail-biting. Learn how stress, anxiety, and boredom drive this common habit and discov…

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What is the difference between a machiavellian and a sociopath?
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What is the difference between a machiavellian and a sociopath?

March 23, 2024 by Shakes Gilles 8 min read

Explore the key differences between Machiavellianism and sociopathy: motivation, empathy, and manipulation tactics. Learn how to identify these traits in soc…

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Psychology & Mental Health

What’s the Difference Between Anger and Aggression?

March 21, 2024 by Arthur Marquis 9 min read

Learn the key differences between anger and aggression. Understand emotional triggers, manage responses, and foster healthier interactions in daily life.

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What's the Difference

What’s the Difference Between a Habit and a Routine?

March 20, 2024 by Betsy Wilson 10 min read

Discover the key differences between habits and routines. Learn how automatic behaviors differ from intentional actions to boost productivity and improve dai…

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What’s the Difference Between a Narcissist and a Sociopath?
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What’s the Difference Between a Narcissist and a Sociopath?

March 20, 2024 by Vanessa Bergoff 12 min read

Learn the key differences between narcissists and sociopaths: their motivations, behaviors, and impact on relationships. Understand these distinct personalit…

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