35 Psychology Facts That Will Change How You See the World

Psychology is a scientific study of mind and behaviour. As a formal academic discipline, Psychology emerged in the late 19th century. the establishment of psychology as a scientific field is often attributed to Wilhelm Wundt, who opened the first psychological laboratory in Leipzig, Germany, in 1879. Psychology is important for understanding human behaviour, improving mental health, enhancing quality education and learning etc. Here we will learn more about the concept of psychology through the psychology facts mentioned below.

Never Heard Psychology Facts for Students

Are you curious about the hidden depths of the human mind? Psychology, the scientific study of the mind and behaviour, reveals fascinating insights into our thoughts, emotions, and actions. Here are some of the psychology facts that you will find interesting –

1. The average person in their lives will walk by a murderer 36 times.
2. Schizophrenia is never developed by blind people.
3. It is observed that people tend to succeed more in life if they delay gratification.
4. you will crave more sleep If you oversleep. Don’t you think this fact about sleep is observed by everyone in daily life?
5. Sarcasm makes you smarter and more creative.
6. When you are tired You are most creative.
7. You cannot multitask because your focus gets divided.
8. It is observed that you are less likely to achieve your goals if you announce your goals to others. 
9. Our brain can’t create faces by itself. Thus, everyone you dream about has crossed your path at some point in your life.
10. Your taste in music determines your perception towards the world.

Psychology Facts about Body Language

Have you ever wondered how your body language speaks volumes without saying a word? Beyond verbal communication, postures, gestures, and facial expressions convey powerful messages these things we consider as body language. Some psychological facts about body language are listed below – 

1. Smiling makes you look friendly.
2. Women are better at reading the body language.
3. Your eye contact depicts that you are listening to the other person attentively and having an interest in what he/she is saying.
4. Poker players’ hands and arms reveal most about their game.
5. Your confidence gets boosted with a confident body posture.
6.  It is as harmful as smoking to stay alone for a long time.
7. Human laughter evolved from primate warning signals and is closely linked to crying
8. Sometimes it is determined by your genes that you are a night owl or morning riser.
9. severe obsessive-compulsive disorder is identical to being in love biochemically.
10. Your gestures enhance your communication.

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Psychology Facts about Emotions

Emotions are responsible for our thoughts, actions and relationships. Emotions are the driving force in our life from the depth of sorrow to joy. Here are some of the most interesting psychological facts about emotions for you – 

1. Emotions are an unending cycle which flows through us abs are electrochemical signals.
2. Emotions serve as vital signals. 
3. Emotions impact cognitive processes.
4. There are 8 basic emotions – Joy, Sadness, Fear, Disgust, Surprise, Anticipation, Anger and Trust.
5. In memory formation, emotions play a role.

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Psychology Facts About Fear

Fear a primary emotion that has shaped human evolution is a complex and multifaceted experience. To know more about fear read the psychological facts about fear below – 

1. Fear is an intensely unpleasant emotional response to perceived dangers and threats.
2. Fears can also develop through a combination of genetic predispositions and environmental factors.
3. Interestingly, some people seek out fearful experiences for enjoyment, such as riding roller coasters or watching horror films.
4. fear becomes Phobia when it significantly interferes with daily life and functioning.
5. Through a process known as extinction fear can be diminished.
6. Fear can be categorized into various types based on its nature and causes.
7. Fear significantly influences decision-making processes.
8. Mental well-being needs to understand how to cope with fear.
9. CBT is a widely used therapeutic approach that helps individuals identify and challenge irrational thoughts related to their fears. 
10. Talking about fears with trusted friends or family members can provide emotional support and help individuals process their feelings more effectively.

Interesting Quiz on Psychology with Answers

Q.1. What is it called when you think about your own feelings and yourself?

A. Empathy

B. Self-awareness

C. Imagination

D. Delusion

Q.2. Why do we dream?

A. To practice for real life

B. To help our brains remember things

C. To make up stories

D. To burst stress

Q.3. What is the part of your brain that helps you think and reason?

A. Heart

B. Cerebrum

C. Lungs

D. Medulla

Q.4. What does it mean to be “happy”?

A. Feeling sad

B. Feeling sleepy

C. Feeling good

D. Feeling irritated

Q.5. Why is it important to talk about your feelings?

A. To keep them secret

B. To feel better

C. To make others sad

D. To make others happy

Check your answers here!

1: B. Self-awareness

2: B. To help our brains remember things

3: B. Cerebrum

4: C. Feeling good

5: B. To feel better

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