Materialism. The bedrock of consumer culture. The fuel that powers our economic - and in many ways our social – engines. Where would we be without our designer clothes, handbags, cars, mc-mansions, ...

Materialism is often seen as a driving force in today’s consumer-driven society. People strive to acquire more possessions, usually equating material wealth with success and happiness. However, this ...

New research reveals how attachment insecurity and materialistic values fuel 'phubbing' in romantic relationships. Constantly checking your phone during conversations with a partner - a behavior known ...