When I describe “cynics,” you might conjure up a certain type of person: the toxic, smirking misanthrope, oozing contempt.

John Lennon dreamed of a better world with “Imagine” — and criticized Britain’s attitude toward immigrants in the Beatles’ “Get Back.” Still, this songwriter described himself as “slightly cynical,” ...

It doesn’t appear in the DSM, yet cynical depression is everywhere these days, concealed by chronic resentment, anger, entitlement, inflated ego, self-righteousness, dogmatic zealotry, chronic envy, ...

Are intelligent people more likely to hold negative views of human nature? Fictional characters, like Sherlock Holmes, Dr. House, and Frank Underwood (not to mention half of the principal cast of Game ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - An individual’s personality and outlook on life may affect their risk of developing dementia, according to a new study from Finland. Cynical distrust, anger or hostility ...

Cynicism is a belief that humans are self-interested and immoral. Cynicism was once seen as radical, now is largely viewed as corrosive. Cynicism in large doses is unhealthy, but in some forms may be ...

Lucas is a writer and narrative designer from Argentina with over 15 years of experience writing for games and news. He keeps a watchful eye at the gaming world and loves to write about the hottest ...