It’s the thing you never say out loud—you hate being alone with your own mind. The quiet feels suffocating, the stillness unbearable. You reach for your phone, turn on the TV, scroll ...

“Our research suggests that individuals have difficulty appreciating just how engaging thinking can be. That could explain why people prefer keeping themselves busy with devices and other distractions ...

We’ve all heard the classic celebrity sob story about sitting alone at lunch because of bullies and a lack of friends. It’s the ultimate victim-complex statement — but, indeed, a clever tactic. Fans ...