Psychology

Ulrich Siegmund, sunny face of the AfD, bids for power in German state election

Ulrich Siegmund, top candidate of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, speaks on stage during a campaign rally ahead of Germany's Saxony-Anhalt state election, in Naumburg, Germany August 24, 2026. REUTERS/Annegret Hilse

Limerence: A kind of obsessive attraction that is not love

Limerence is more than a crush, psychologists say, and it can persist for months or years.

What is body dysmorphic disorder?

It may look like vanity, but body dysmorphic disorder is a debilitating mental health condition.

Borderline personality disorder: When reckless behaviour means something more

Volatile relationships, reckless behaviour and self-sabotage are hallmarks of borderline personality disorder, which can masquerade as other conditions.

Feel out of step with a group? That can be a good thing

Otroverts don't feel part of a group but the world could do with more of them.

Commentary

When is it okay to bring our ‘B-game’ to life?

We have been brought up to celebrate famously talented people who pushed themselves - and perhaps, others too - in their quest for perfection.

870 psychologists enrol in professional body as Singapore plans mandatory registration

Only psychologists who hold a master’s or doctoral degree in applied psychology, with a recognised area of specialisation, are eligible for registration.

What it means to be ‘touch starved’

According to research, people's health can suffer when they do not experience enough physical contact.

Social media addiction trial takes new turn with therapist’s testimony

Plaintiff "K.G.M." is expected to take the stand on Feb 26, 2026, and her mother is expected to give evidence following Ms Kaley's testimony.

New NTU master’s in psychology offers specialisation in death and bereavement studies

NTU provost's chair in psychology Andy Ho (left) and Master of Science in psychology programme director Rebecca M. Nichols.

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