The illusion of control is a mental bias leading people to overestimate the control they have over the outcome of events. Even when the outcome of situations is demonstrably a matter of chance and not ...

People who feel a lack of personal control in their lives are more likely to prefer a culture that imposes order, according to new research. These 'tighter' cultures, in turn, perpetuate their ...

A looming deadline at work, a clogged toilet, an argument with a loved one - these daily hassles can make any day feel more stressful. When these demands pile up, it can feel overwhelming, like ...

Perhaps you are one of those people who takes for granted the idea that what happens to you is a function of your own actions. The harder you work, the more you gain. Your community group is raising ...

The paradox of leadership is that by letting go of control, leaders can actually gain more influence and achieve greater success Although control is often equated with power, the idea that letting go ...

Timothy Burke posted a terrific piece last week offering context for the student mental health crisis. Drawing in part on Mary Gaitskill’s observations and in part on his own, he suggested that we can ...

People who feel a lack of personal control in their lives are more likely to prefer a culture that imposes order, according to research published by the American Psychological Association. These ...