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Psychology Articles by David Webb

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Discover psychology articles by David Webb, featuring science-based insights into why we think, feel, and behave the way we do.

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Hedonic Adaptation Explained: Why Familiar Pleasures Lose Their Spark

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Hedonic adaptation explains why pleasures fade over time. Learn how small changes can restore enjoyment and why popcorn tastes better with chopsticks.

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Schadenfreude Explained: Why We Enjoy Others’ Missteps

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Schadenfreude explains why we sometimes enjoy others’ misfortunes. Explore the psychology behind this emotion, from social comparison to moral judgment.

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What Is Antifragility? Why It Matters in an Unpredictable World

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Discover what antifragility means, how it differs from resilience, and why small challenges help us grow stronger in an uncertain world.

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Best Psychology Books for Beginners

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Learn about the mind and behavior with our top picks for the best psychology books for beginners. Start exploring this fascinating field now!

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Best Study Tips for Psychology Students: How to Learn More Effectively

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Discover the best study tips for psychology students. Learn proven techniques, study plans, and habits that make psychology easier, clearer, and more rewarding.

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Why Rage Bait Works: The Psychology Behind Online Outrage

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Discover why rage bait spreads so quickly, the psychology behind engineered outrage, how algorithms amplify it, and what you can do to avoid getting hooked.

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Synchronicity: Why Certain Coincidences Feel So Meaningful

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Explore synchronicity in psychology, why some coincidences feel meaningful, and how these uncanny moments can deepen self-understanding.

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Why We Love Mysteries: The Psychology Behind Curiosity

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Discover why mysteries captivate us. Learn how curiosity, reward, suspense, and our need for closure shape the psychological pull of the unknown.

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The Psychology of Blame After Injuries on Government Property

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Discover how psychology shapes reactions to injuries on government property, including blame, risk perception, helplessness, and social influence.

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How the Brain Processes Pain: 5 Key Insights

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Discover how the brain interprets pain signals, why emotions change what you feel, and the surprising factors that turn pain up or down.

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The Psychology of Smiling: Why We Smile and What It Communicates

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Discover the psychology of smiling, from its evolutionary roots to how it shapes emotion, social connection, trust, and the way we see each other.

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Psychology Book Marketing

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Psychology book marketing. Ignite your book's visibility by leveraging the massive reach of the All About Psychology website and social media channels.

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Unparalleled Psychology Advertising Opportunities

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Promote your book, podcast, course, or brand on one of the web's leading psychology platforms. Discover advertising and sponsorship opportunities today.

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How Food Poisoning Changes Your Relationship With Food

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Discover how food poisoning can change eating habits, create fear around certain foods, and affect confidence. Learn why it happens and how to rebuild trust.

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Recent Articles

  1. Psychology Articles by David Webb

    Dec 16, 25 08:52 AM

    Abstract illustration of a person reading with branching neural patterns, representing psychology and human insight
    Discover psychology articles by David Webb, featuring science-based insights into why we think, feel, and behave the way we do.

    Read More

  2. Hedonic Adaptation Explained: Why Familiar Pleasures Lose Their Spark

    Dec 16, 25 08:40 AM

    Eating popcorn with chopsticks as an example of hedonic adaptation
    Hedonic adaptation explains why pleasures fade over time. Learn how small changes can restore enjoyment and why popcorn tastes better with chopsticks.

    Read More

  3. Schadenfreude Explained: Why We Enjoy Others’ Missteps

    Dec 14, 25 04:54 AM

    Person laughing as a visual representation of schadenfreude and social comparison
    Schadenfreude explains why we sometimes enjoy others’ misfortunes. Explore the psychology behind this emotion, from social comparison to moral judgment.

    Read More


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