Discover why superstitions like 'knock on wood' and the evil eye persist globally, blending ancient fears with modern routines and social comfort.

Superstitious beliefs and behaviors are not often considered to be particularly concerning aspects of human nature. Avoiding walking under ladders, fearing a broken mirror will lead to seven years of ...

Source: Kane Icarus Lynch, used with permission. In their quest to understand human behavior and belief, psychologists have studied magical thinking and superstitious behavior for over a century. They ...