Intrinsic motivation produces better long-term performance than extrinsic rewards.

Your perception of color exists only inside your brain.

Fact #2267 · Psychology

The checker shadow illusion alters perception of color brightness.

Fact #1492 · Psychology

Humans have a negativity bias — negative events have stronger psychological impact than equally positive ones.

Fact #6319 · Psychology

Confirmation bias causes people to favor information that supports their existing beliefs.

Fact #945 · Psychology

Overconfidence bias is the most robust finding in judgment psychology — people routinely overestimate accuracy.

Fact #6320 · Psychology

Your brain is about 73% water — even mild dehydration can impair cognitive performance.

Fact #3834 · Psychology

Chronic pain can physically rewire the brain, strengthening neural pathways associated with pain perception.

Fact #4617 · Psychology

The Great Depression began in 1929 after the stock market crash.

Fact #1098 · Psychology