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This is the foundation of what psychologists call the negativity bias, one of the most replicated findings in cognitive science.

From Science Daily • Jun. 16, 2026

Outside Anna's house, rescuers were making sure everyone was physically OK, while government psychologists were talking to shell-shocked and sometimes tearful locals, and volunteers handing out free food and drink.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Since then, he said, he had made progress in his work with psychiatrists and psychologists.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

And psychologists and psychiatrists say kids, in their formative years, could easily see extremist content online and, in some cases, possibly connect with extremist groups in search of social belonging.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

Sara struggled when it came to controlling her temper, a diagnosis confirmed by multiple counselors and at least two school psychologists.

From "City Spies" by James Ponti