Social Psychology

Experiments show that when we are stressed, exercising or otherwise aroused, we are more prone to say things we shouldn’t. So, to keep a secret, try to stay calm

How the 5p plastic bag tax changed British habits overnight, and why we should think twice about our takeaway coffee cups

Weaving psychology and science to unpick the wonders, weirdness and wackiness of one of our most primal activities

Researchers find that simple pleasures can offset life’s daily irritations and keep us focused on our goals