Why do we feel so uncomfortable on someone else's behalf? Breaking down the science behind secondhand embarrassment.

The Verywell Mind Podcast's “Friday Fix” is a short episode that features a quick, actionable tip or exercise to help you ...

When we witness an awkward moment, pain centers in the brain light up. April 15, 2011— -- Ever wonder why some people can't stand the over-the-top awkwardness of characters on "The Office" while ...

The uncontrollable movements of tardive dyskinesia can lead to feelings of embarrassment, frustration, and physical discomfort. But there are ways to manage these symptoms in your day-to-day life.

We’ve all felt the excruciating moment where everyone seems to be staring at us with disapproval, and we wish the earth would just swallow us up. Embarrassment means feeling uncomfortably exposed to ...

A laughing moment of embarrassment is a tough one to pull off, mainly because there is a psychological component to watching TV. Yes, there is more than just a serial relationship with your favorite ...

I passed by him yesterday. The Diag is absolutely terrible when you are trying to avoid someone, and of course, I happened to pass him by the Chemistry Building, home to all pre-med warriors seemingly ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. When someone does something cringey, it’s only human nature to ...

Embarrassment, guilt, and shame are recognitions that the self-image we so carefully construct and monitor – before ourselves as before others – has been damaged. Recognizing this fall from grace, our ...

In a virtual-reality study that sheds light on the intricacies of human-robot interactions, researchers have discovered that humans are capable of experiencing empathic embarrassment when witnessing ...