Behavior

New studies in bees and chimps challenge the long-held assumption that only humans can learn from innovative peers

Sleep experts break down why some couples are choosing a “sleep divorce,” or opting to sleep alone instead of sharing a bed

Whether we live a million more years or another week is up to us

A popular personality test beats out astrology but trails far behind scientific measure of personal traits

Virtual-reality could assist researchers in decoding how emotions spur a decision to commit a crime

Yes, conspiracy narratives are everywhere. But it’s not as bad as you think

The controversy over a recent paper on human bisexual behavior emphasizes how important it is not to overinterpret genetic studies of sexuality—and how easy it is to do so

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