A new study in the journal 'American Psychologist' links swearing to "state disinhibition," a psychological state where you're less likely to hold back. Scientists have determined that uttering curse ...

Linguists have noticed that many swear words share the same sharp, punchy sounds—hard consonants like “k,” “t,” and “g” that burst out of the mouth rather than flow. When a study examined those sound ...

Blurting out some curse words could give you a quick performance boost. It might provide a surge in physical strength and endurance by reducing your inhibitions, according to a study published ...