The Psychology Behind Makeup Dependence

The science behind how makeup usage affects self-esteem and mental health, as well as young people’s growing dependence on makeup. When you hear the phrase “psychological addiction”, what are the first things that come to mind? Maybe you think of alcohol, drugs or even phone addiction. The Smithsonian Institution provides a detailed history on the …

How Apps are Created to be Addictive

A deep dive into the techniques that app developers use to get consumers hooked on their creations, and the impacts this may have By: Arshiya Sen and Meghana Somu The feeling of stopping your homework to pick up your phone and take a “quick five-minute break” resonates with the majority of teens today. An hour's …