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Flow State Design: Applying Game Psychology to Productivity Apps

Design Psychology, Design Thinking, Game Design, Human-Centered Design, Psychology, User Experience

What if your productivity app could keep you as focused as your favorite game? This article explores how game design psychology can transform everyday tools into experiences that spark flow, focus, and real engagement.

Article by Montgomery Singman

The Psychology of Trust in AI: Why “Relying on AI” Matters More than “Trusting It”

AI in UX, Artificial Intelligence, Cognition, Human-AI Interaction, Human-Centered Design, Psychology, Psychology and Human Behavior, User Research, UX Design

Trusting AI isn’t the goal — relying on it is. This article explores why human trust and AI reliance are worlds apart, and what UX designers should focus on to make AI feel dependable, not human.

Article by Verena Seibert-Giller

The Psychology of Hot Streak Game Design: How to Keep Players Coming Back Every Day Without Shame

Game Design, Hot Streaks, Player Engagement, Psychology, User Retention

What makes players keep coming back? This piece explores the psychology of hot streaks — how momentum, perception, and smart design can turn short wins into lasting engagement.

Article by Montgomery Singman