Masking, also called camouflaging or compensating, is when a person hides their natural self to fit in with others. Individuals can adopt the behavior subconsciously as a coping mechanism or a trauma ...

We could all use more genuine moments in this world. But as humans, we can't help but perform in a way for whatever reason — for show, an ego boost, pride, etc. Plus, social media doesn't make it ...

5."Performative social media posts about how wonderful their marriage is. I believe they've actually done studies on this — the more someone posts about their perfect marriage or family, it actually ...

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Ever ordered a salad on a first date when you really wanted the burger? Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest sci-tech news updates. Many of us eat differently when we're around other people, ...

When I’m at my wits’ end trying to come up with ways to convince my friends that we should go bar hopping, crash a friend-of-a-friend’s birthday party, or check out the new not-so-secret speakeasy ...

On Friday evening, over one hundred students gathered in front of the Student Stores, eagerly awaiting the start of an event that's been popping up at universities across the nation: a performative ...

Performative cruelty is an ancient practice, even though the phrase itself is new. Gladiatorial fights (Ancient Rome, c. 264 ...

Lauren Ball receives funding from the National Health and Medical Research Council, Health and Wellbeing Queensland, Heart Foundation and Mater Misericordia, Springfield City Group. She is a Director ...