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Why Would Someone Do That? Here, psych experts decipher the reasons behind the most puzzling human behavior mysteries.

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Why Is It So Hard for Some People to Acknowledge Racism? Here's What Experts Say

Why Is It So Hard for Some People to Acknowledge Racism? Here's What Experts Say
Americans have been taking part in difficult discussions around race all year, but some people refuse to see that racism is real.
True Crime Stories Are More Popular Than Ever—Why Are We So Attracted to Them?

True Crime Stories Are More Popular Than Ever—Why Are We So Attracted to Them?
Our obsession with gruesome real-life stories tells us a lot about the human psyche.
Why Do So Many People Like Horror Movies? Six Reasons We Love Being Scared

Why Do So Many People Like Horror Movies? Six Reasons We Love Being Scared
That adrenaline rush from fear is only a small part of horror's appeal.
What Does 'Schadenfreude' Mean, and What Does It Have to Do With Donald Trump Getting COVID-19?

What Does 'Schadenfreude' Mean, and What Does It Have to Do With Donald Trump Getting COVID-19?
People have been looking up the definition of this word all week, but why?
Rita Ora Was Accused of Faking Her Race—But Why Would Anyone Do That?

What Is Blackfishing and Why Would Anyone Do It?
This controversial trend has serious ramifications.
Why Do Some People Refuse to Wear a Face Mask in Public?

Why Do Some People Refuse to Wear a Face Mask in Public?
Not wearing a face mask invites public shaming, not to mention boosts your risk of COVID-19. So what keeps some of us from putting one on?
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A Viral Video of a Woman Masturbating in Ikea Begs the Question: Why Would Someone Do That in Public?

A Viral Video of a Woman Masturbating in Ikea Begs the Question: Why Would Someone Do That in Public?
Let's unpack this.
Why Are Some People Still Refusing to Practice Social Distancing?

Why Are Some People Still Refusing to Practice Social Distancing?
What's going on with people who just won't stay home and self-isolate—and are even attending coronavirus protests to show their opposition to social distancing?
People Are Coughing on Food and Pretending to Have Coronavirus—Why Would Someone Do That?

People Are Coughing on Food and Pretending to Have Coronavirus—Why Would Someone Do That?
Why Do People Ghost? Relationship Experts Weigh In

Why Do People Ghost? Relationship Experts Weigh In
Two Young Women Have Been Accused of Persuading Their Boyfriends to Kill Themselves—but Why?

Two Young Women Have Been Accused of Persuading Their Boyfriends to Kill Themselves—but Why?
These Are the Reasons People Cheat, According to a Sex Therapist

Why Do People Cheat? A Sex Therapist Has Some Fascinating Insight

Why Would Someone Poop in a Public Bathroom and NOT Flush? We've Got Answers

What are people who leave anonymous poo bombs in office restrooms trying to say? Health's new column, "Why Would Someone Do That?" explains.

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