Source: Association for Psychological ScienceThe Association for Psychological Science has released a special issue of Current Directions in Psychological Science on the intersection of psychology and AI. Public debates often frame AI as a rival to human intelligence—something that will eventu
Former Editor-in-Chief and APS Fellow Robert Goldstone (Indiana University) pulls together a collection featuring voices at the intersection of psychology and AI.
Why do some clients continue to grow long after therapy while others remain stuck despite insight?
After all, the concept of self‑actualization isn’t a rare achievement reserved only for the gifted. It is an ongoing developmental process that anyone can experience through autonomy, meaning-making,
Communications Psychology, Published online: 06 July 2026; doi:10.1038/s44271-026-00491-yComparing brain representations before and after drama viewing with functional MRI and representational similarity analysis, this study shows that antagonistic interpersonal relationships shape neural maps of so
A new review of nearly 50 studies suggests classic psychedelics like psilocybin and LSD can cause lasting personality changes. Research links the use of these substances to long-term increases in openness and significant drops in neuroticism.
Source: Science Daily – Social Psychology The unconscious brain appears to be far more capable than commonly thought. Scientists have now found that patients under general anesthesia can still process language—distinguishing nouns, verbs, and adjectives while listening to stories. Even more re
Psychological research indicates that couples in lasting relationships do not necessarily have matching personalities. Instead, partners usually align on traits connected to their core values, such as honesty and openness, while differing in other areas.
Understanding what clients mean when they say, “I don’t know who I am,” is essential in our work as practitioners.
They may be struggling with their personal identity, a self-construct encompassing roles, core values, and life direction. Clients might be confused about their abili
Entering a relationship or changing jobs often coincides with personality changes. However, new research shows these associations are highly individualized, relying on a person’s age, gender, and subjective perception.
Communications Psychology, Published online: 27 June 2026; doi:10.1038/s44271-026-00490-zUsing a group decision-making task, this study shows that teams perform worse when newcomers hold critical information. Newcomers in this position showed weaker linguistic coordination and more task conflict, an
