Psychology in Education

Few concepts have made their way from academic psychology into the lexicon of the boardroom as quickly as psychological safety. The term was coined in its modern sense by Harvard professor Amy Edmondson, who defines it as “a shared belief held by members of a team that it is safe to take interpersonal risks” (e.g., asking a question, admitting a mistake, or challenging a decision) (Edmondson, 1999). A landmark study of 180 teams by Google, called Project Aristotle, found some

Enter any conversation about interior color, and you will hear a familiar set of confident pronouncements. Reduces your heart rate. The blue soothes you. Grenheals. Shoutow makes you happy but somehow also makes babies cry. These claims saunter through design blogs, paint brand marketing, and wellness literature with the smooth authority of settled facts. They seem true. They are repeated so often that it seems almost perverse to question them. The image contrasts the folklor

In 2026, burnout, digital well-being, and mental health have become big topics of discussion, especially for Gen Z. Today’s generation faces a unique set of challenges driven by technology, social pressures, and fast-changing environments. These problems are important not only for the individual but also for education, work, and society. Why Understanding Human Behavior Matters More Than Ever People are central to our work. In schools, offices, and communities, understanding