Frequent sex is not linked to happiness as much as once weekly, according to the latest findings published by the Society for Personality and Social Psychology. Lead researcher, Dr. Amy Muise, said, “Although more frequent sex is associated with greater happiness, this link was no longer significant at a frequency of more than once a week. Our findings suggest that it’s important to maintain an intimate connection with your partner, but you don’t need to have sex every day as long as you’re maintaining that connection.” Previous research has suggested that a high frequency of sex leads >>>

Every Wednesday, London Strategy Unit's Matt Boffey reads one of the most influential books from the world of innovation, marketing or creativity so you don't have to. This week's read is The Design of Everyday Things by Donald A. Norman, 2013 (Originally published as The Psychology of Everyday Things, 1988). Why have we chosen this book? Because we live in a world shaped by design. From the way our companies are structured to the door handles we use to get into the office, the majority of things we interact with have been designed by another person. Norman asks us to interrogate that world >>>

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 They are Africa's only neuropsychologists, ready to treat South Africa's growing number of patients with brain injuries or diseases, but the Health Professions Council of SA (HPCSA) refuses to recognise them.In 2014, the first five neuropsychologists graduated from the University of Cape Town (UCT) after six years of study and a year working with patients at Groote Schuur Hospital and Red Cross Children's Hospital.But because the HPCSA does not recognise the degree, the psychologists cannot be registered or work legally.The HPCSA gave an undertaking in a letter in 2011 that the course would >>>

Professor Deborah Holoien completed her undergraduate studies at Northwestern University in psychology and Japanese Language and Culture and received her doctorate in psychology from Princeton University. Q: Could you talk to us about your research interests? A: I’ve primarily looked at interactions between whites and racial minorities: Asian-Americans, Black Americans and some Latino Americans as well. In terms of research interests that I am looking at now, most of my work is focused on inter-group understanding: How do whites and racial minorities come to understand one another? That has led >>>

Posted November 18, 2015 14:54:34 Photo: The head of Swimming Queensland fears many promising young swimmers will burn out before they have the chance to reach Olympic competition. (ABC News) Australian kids are being pushed too hard by swimming coaches, burning out potential future champions, the head of Swimming Queensland has said.Local swimming clubs proving a training ground for future gold medallists and international >>>

There’s a reason Gap’s redesign was such a failure WHILE they’re commonly called “intangible assets”, logos matter. Gap learned this lesson in 2010 when it attempted to change its logo, but quickly abandoned the endeavour after it met with a furious backlash from followers on Twitter and Facebook. What the retailer hadn’t realised was how the subtle aspects of its logo were perceived, and how a complete revamp might affect those perceptions. We wanted to probe further. As my colleagues and I point out in a new paper, a logo’s shape can have a sizeable impact >>>

DELPHOS — The Class of 2015 for the Delphos St. John’s Hall of Fame has been announced. Professional Achievement — Dick Scherger, class of 1959 Arts/Athletic Achievement — Joe Bonifas, class of 1971 Service to Mankind — Brother Nick Renner, class of 1961 Service to St. John’s — Mary Beth Will Scherger, known as Dick to his friends, graduated from St. John’s in 1959 as class valedictorian. During his time in high school, he served as president of the Student Council, earned eight varsity letters: two in football and three each in basketball and baseball, plus he had the lead role >>>

(Facebook)Last week Tommitrise Collins was clear of one thing – nothing was going to stop her from finishing her psychology exam, not even a 20-hour labor. A snapshot of the new mom has gone viral after her sister Shanell Brinkley-Chapman posted it on Facebook with the caption, “This is what you call “Strong Priorities”. Contractions 3 minutes apart and still takes her Psychology Test! You are going to be a great Mom baby sis!” As of Tuesday the post has amassed more than 14,000 shares on the social media site. According to Brinkley-Chapman, Collins gave birth to beautiful baby girl >>>

Between grueling academic schedules, busy social lives and romantic relationships, many college students feel they have a lot on their plates. Stress can reach new heights as students face drastic changes and tough decisions during their college years. While many students feel that stress negatively impacts their lives, a recent study published in psychology journal Emotion revealed that stressing may not be such a bad thing. The study, titled “The Two Definitions of Waiting Well,” showed that those who worry are better prepared for negative outcomes than those who remain relaxed. A research >>>