Scott Barry Kaufman, PhD

Scott Barry Kaufman, PhD

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Cognitive scientist; intelligence, creativity, and human potential; The Psychology Podcast.

Human Consciousness Awakens as Part of the Cosmos
SocialApr 9, 2026

Human Consciousness Awakens as Part of the Cosmos

"We are not just observers of the universe; we are a part of it that has finally woken up."

By Scott Barry Kaufman, PhD
Purpose Deficit May Accelerate Biological Aging
SocialApr 7, 2026

Purpose Deficit May Accelerate Biological Aging

This is one of the most interesting theories I've seen in a long time. Could aging be partly a cybernetic problem? In other words, we run out of goals, meaning, purpose, and that accelerates the biological aging process. There is...

By Scott Barry Kaufman, PhD
Red‑Light Therapy: The Real Science Behind the Hype
SocialMar 25, 2026

Red‑Light Therapy: The Real Science Behind the Hype

The surprising science behind red-light therapy — and how it really works. People are buying helmets, face masks, vests and beds that emit long-wavelength light. Beneath the hype, there is some interesting biology. https://t.co/JWV80QOuQU

By Scott Barry Kaufman, PhD
Neurodivergent Readers Crave Tailored, Engaging Self-Help Resources
SocialMar 19, 2026

Neurodivergent Readers Crave Tailored, Engaging Self-Help Resources

Where is the self-help for neurodivergent people? Most self-help is targeted toward neurotypical people and I find it so boring. https://t.co/h6tlfdalTt

By Scott Barry Kaufman, PhD