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Erman Misirlisoy, PhD

Erman Misirlisoy, PhD

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Oct 29, 2025

The Power of Doing Less, Not More

How hidden biases in our to-do lists may be hindering mental well-being

The Power of Doing Less, Not More

Erman Misirlisoy, PhD

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Oct 1, 2025

How Cognitive Distortions Are Fueling Political Polarization

New research shows that distorted and over-simplified thinking is rising in political discourse

How Cognitive Distortions Are Fueling Political Polarization

Erman Misirlisoy, PhD

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Sep 17, 2025

Why Effortful Fun Feels More Fulfilling

New research reveals a fascinating connection between effort and meaning when it comes to your free time

Why Effortful Fun Feels More Fulfilling

Erman Misirlisoy, PhD

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Sep 8, 2025

How Your Metacognitive Habits Fuel Emotional Harms

New research suggests the way you think about your thoughts can transform your quality of life

How Your Metacognitive Habits Fuel Emotional Harms

Erman Misirlisoy, PhD

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Apr 9, 2025

What Your Browsing History Says About Your Mental Health

New research reveals the vicious circle behind how our web browsing behaviors impact our emotional well-being

What Your Browsing History Says About Your Mental Health

Erman Misirlisoy, PhD

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Feb 27, 2025

How Autonomy Supports Your Success

New research shows that offering choice in learning enhances educational outcomes

How Autonomy Supports Your Success

Erman Misirlisoy, PhD

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Jan 23, 2025

How Misinformation Multiplies By Exploiting Outrage

New research finds a tight link between dishonest news and feelings of outrage on social media

How Misinformation Multiplies By Exploiting Outrage

Erman Misirlisoy, PhD

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Jan 10, 2025

Why Mental Exhaustion Makes You Antisocial

New research reveals how mental fatigue impacts brain function and escalates impulsive aggression

Why Mental Exhaustion Makes You Antisocial

Erman Misirlisoy, PhD

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Dec 18, 2024

Escaping the Trap of Feeling Less and Wanting More

New research suggests we’re less satisfied when we’re distracted, and this nudges us into “hedonic compensation”

Escaping the Trap of Feeling Less and Wanting More

Erman Misirlisoy, PhD

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Dec 10, 2024

How to Improve Your Learning Process

New research adds another piece to the puzzle of which learning methods are most effective

How to Improve Your Learning Process

Erman Misirlisoy, PhD

Erman Misirlisoy, PhD

Research Leader (Ex-Instagram / Chief Scientist at multiple startups). Author of the The Brainlift Newsletter: https://erman.substack.com/

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