Psychology

The question of whether siblings' birth order shapes their personality has puzzled families and psychologists for years. What does the evidence say?

"Bibliotherapy" has been soaring in popularity as a means of improving people's wellbeing. But getting it right depends on the book, and the person.

A new programme using a form of horse therapy is attempting to tackle the trauma that is thought to lie behind the high rates of arrest and imprisonment among US veterans.

From multipurpose utility garments to Instagrammable maxi dresses and floppy hats, one thing is for sure – we don't dress this way at home.

BBC News speaks to psychologists about the line-up's likely faithfuls, traitors and frontrunners.

Autism is better known and diagnosed than ever before, leading to misconceptions that cases are skyrocketing.