Nick Hobson Ph.D.

About

Nick Hobson, Ph.D., is a research psychologist and top-ranked lecturer at the University of Toronto. He has published extensively in leading psychology and neuroscience journals on topics related to rituals, emotions, and optimal performance. With an eye for translating research into practice, Nick has consulted both Fortune 500 companies and leading entrepreneurs on how to drive behavioral change and uncover peak psychological functioning.

You can find more of Nick and his work at PsychologyCompass.

Recent Posts

What a Bunch of Bull: The Art and Science of BS

Knowing when someone is full of BS, and how to protect yourself from it.

You Have More Control Over Your Self-Control Than You Think

Self-control used to be thought of as a finite resource. Now, new research says it may be all about your perspective.

Why You Feel Regret—and What You Can Do About It

What you regret and why has a lot to do with how you see yourself.

Why You Can't Bring Yourself to Plan Things When Stressed

Feeling stressed? You might be adding to your anxiety by not planning your life properly. New science explains.

The Neural Mechanisms of Anxiety and Shortness of Breath

Have you ever had the uncomfortable experience of feeling short of breath during a state of anxiety? New research uncovers the mystery as it happens in the brain.

The Science of FOMO and What We’re Really Missing Out On

Does FOMO get you down? Knowing its psychological basis can help you better understand how to predicts its causes and effects.

Why Your Brain on Stress Fails to Learn Properly

Ever wondered why you "blank" during a test? Neural mechanisms help explain how stress impedes memory and learning functions.

Why the Narcissist in Your Life Is So Hard to Understand

Ever tried to "pin down" a narcissist? A new model attempts to reconcile conflicting views on the unique personality features of narcissism.

Fund Managers with Psychopathic Traits Get You Less Money

Psychopathic and narcissistic tendencies in hedge-fund managers are associated with poorer financial performance.

The Million-Dollar Link Between Wealth and Happiness

Millionaire wealth is predictive of happiness and life satisfaction, especially for the top earners. But what also matters is how that wealth is acquired.