18 Psychology Facts Everyone Should Know

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Ever since I was a child, human psychology has fascinated me. A lot of it seems like common sense, but when you really dive into the human psyche, things become extremely complex.

There seems to be a big shift happening in the world that has people looking for ways to make their life happier and more meaningful.It’s because of this shift that more and more research dollars are going into studies that show the impact of the power of our mind and the choices we make have on changing our lives for the better.Below is a list of 25 incredible psychological facts that everyone absolutely needs to know!

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Happiness, anger, sadness, fear, disgust, and surprise are the only six emotions that are universally expressed.
Chocolate discharges the same chemical in your body as when you feel love.
People are more honest when they’re tired.
A 20 second hug releases chemicals in the body that help you trust the one you’re hugging.
Studies suggest that losing your phone triggers the same panic as a near death experience.
You’re more logical when you think in another language.
High school kids have the same level of anxiety as the average psychiatric patient in the 1950’s.
The brain feels rejection as pain.
Your most vivid memories are probably wrong.
Internet addiction may be added to the list of mental disorders.
Your unconscious mind knows first.
We’re only capable of being close with about 150 people.
Small chunks of material are easier to remember.
Memories get distorted over time, and every human has at least one piece of false memory.
People with low self esteem are often bullies.
80% of conversations are complaining.
Your brain is more creative when it’s tired.
Relationships are more important for your health than exercise.