Behavior

Is your dog’s tail-wagging a side effect of domestication, or did humans select for it?

There’s a myth that it takes 21 days to form a habit. Experts explain why it might take some people longer—or shorter

Studies of goal setting reveal why it’s so hard to keep resolutions—and how to make ones that actually stick

A deep dive into one scholar’s correspondence shows society prefers blame and punishment over protecting children from sexual violence

The evolution of beat perception likely unfolded gradually among primates, reaching its pinnacle in humans

“Sludge content” is a type of viral video that features multiple clips playing simultaneously on a screen. Experts unpack what it may be doing to the brain

A streak can motivate you to keep up with behaviors ranging from praying to running to sharing pictures on social media

Scents are not only important in our relationship to food and the natural world. They also play a role in how we communicate with people we know

For the first time, researchers have used behavioral measures, brain imaging and molecular biology to test how odorless chemicals from human tears affect people

From experiencing seasonal depression to feeling friskier, here are some ways winter affects people's mental health and attitude

Segregation has given rise to a distinct African American English. Speech professionals must recognize it to avoid misdiagnosing Black children and wasting valuable educational resources

Hundreds of support staff keep Antarctic research stations running. For decades, workers including me have had little to no protection from sexual harassers and stalkers