Swearing is often seen as rude or impulsive, but new psychological research suggests it may have surprising benefits. A study ...

Scientists have always known that swearing increases pain tolerance, memory and attention. Should then children be trained to curse, boys and girls alike, instead of being punished?

Letting a swear word fly when you’re struggling might do more than blow off steam—it could actually make you stronger. Research published by the American Psychological Association found that people ...

Letting a curse slip when you stub your toe or grind through a workout might feel like a small act of rebellion. New research suggests it is also a way for you to tap into more strength and grit when ...

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Swearing and cursing can boost your performance by helping you feel stronger, more focused, and disinhibited, say scientists.

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A new study finds that swearing could help promotes psychological states conducive to maximizing effort and overcoming ...

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A new study in the journal 'American Psychologist' links swearing to "state disinhibition," a psychological state where you're less likely to hold back.

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