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Behavior

Scientific insight and expert advice on behavior, personality traits and why we act how we do.

19d ago

Ed Begley Jr.’s daughter reveals the 4 words her dad told her that helped her get sober at 15

The actor helped inspire his daughter to seek professional assistance while struggling with drinking as a teenager.
Los Angeles Premiere Of Magenta Light Studios' "Strange Darling"
Los Angeles Premiere Of Magenta Light Studios' "Strange Darling"
29d ago

4 questions can predict if your relationship will last, according to a couples therapist

Answering "yes" to these questions means your relationship is healthy and has a good chance of enduring, therapist says.
Couple in love
Couple in love
62d ago

Microplastics are everywhere. 7 effective ways to limit your exposure

Microplastics have been found in numerous organ systems and even in the human brain. It's impossible to avoid them altogether, but you can cut back, researchers say.
Fragments of micro plastic are held in an adult hand on December 20,2024 in London, England.
Fragments of micro plastic are held in an adult hand on December 20,2024 in London, England.
96d ago

Is marriage outdated? 9 couples therapists answer the much-debated question

The historical reasons to get married — finances, property and kids, to name a few — are less relevant today. Why do so many still choose to put a ring on it?
Collage of ripped up images of weddings from the 1500s to current.
Collage of ripped up images of weddings from the 1500s to current.

Jamie Lee Curtis says her life has 'completely changed' after 26 years of sobriety

The actor opened up to fans about her sobriety journey in an emotional post.
Jamie Lee Curtis
Jamie Lee Curtis
116d ago

Is any amount of alcohol safe? Here's what 8 doctors actually tell their patients

How an oncologist, endocrinologist, cardiologist and other doctors talk about drinking.
Glasses of wine
Glasses of wine

Surgeon general warns about alcohol and cancer risk: What are the 'healthiest' alcoholic drinks?

No level of drinking is good for health, and the U.S. surgeon general is warning about the cancer risk. But if you choose to drink in moderation, some drinks may be better options.
Wine glasses
Wine glasses
209d ago

The No. 1 sign you’re in a successful relationship, according to leading love researchers

Look for these important markers of a healthy, loving, long-term relationship.
Young couple lying on the bed together, smiling.
Young couple lying on the bed together, smiling.
224d ago

Meteorologist suffers panic attack on live TV: 'I’m going to need to stop for a second'

Supportive colleagues immediately took over for Nate Byrne and praised him for being open about incident. TODAY's Carson Daly suffers similar panic attacks.
Nate Byrne
Nate Byrne
250d ago

This is the No. 1 sign of childhood trauma in adults, according to a therapist

Therapist Patrick Teahan is going viral for his description of how childhood trauma manifests in adults, which is resonating with millions.
Man and woman arguing.
Man and woman arguing.