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

Learn how psychology experiments suggest swearing increases focus and confidence during demanding tasks.

Letting out a swear word in a moment of frustration can feel good. Now, research suggests that it can be good for you, too: ...

A good four-letter word at the right time, and with the right gusto, can make all the difference in communicating a message or just making us feel a little better. And, as it turns out, there is a ...

Research shows swearing can boost physical performance during intense effort. Scientists explain how cursing may unlock ...

Whether we admit it openly or not, almost everyone curses. Sometimes it slips out accidentally when we stub a toe or hit our head on a cupboard door. Other times it feels deliberate, like a release ...

Our personal belief about cursing is determined by our value systems, upbringing, cultural background, and societal messaging we have been exposed to. For some, profanity is considered impolite, rude, ...

Profanity is more than just bad manners. Scientists reveal swearing offers real benefits. It helps the brain manage strong emotions and reduces pain. This universal habit can even strengthen social ...