We hear a great deal about self-esteem. But what is self-esteem, really? Self-esteem is our opinion of ourselves, based on others' perceptions. So, how is it that we all, or at least many of us, have ...

What if I told you that the way others see you directly influences whether they want to hire you? Would you believe me? What if you learned that you come across as gruff or difficult to people you're ...

Our self-image plays a critical role in shaping our identity and influencing how we engage with the world. It encompasses not just our physical appearance, but also the way we perceive ourselves ...

The phenomenon of vection, defined as the illusory perception of self-motion induced by sensory stimuli, occupies a pivotal position in the study of virtual environments. It is increasingly evident ...

When you look at two objects close to you such as two leaves, it's easy to tell them apart but when they are farther away from you, they become difficult to distinguish. The two objects become ...

What we call “pretty” is far less fixed than it feels. Research shows that attraction is shaped by biology, psychology, ...

CORVALLIS, Ore. (KTVZ) — As adults age, it’s common to start thinking about how getting older affects their energy, physical health and cognitive well-being. But dwelling on negative aspects of aging ...

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In a recent study published in npj Women's Health, researchers investigated the cognitive constructs of the self during pregnancy compared to never-been pregnant women. Their findings indicate that ...

The negative impact seen in a survey of the self-perception of truncal acne in adolescents and young adults indicates a need for more information and stronger medical and psychological care in these ...