A recent study published in the American Psychologist found that cursing increases strength and endurance, focuses the mind and prevents distraction. Besides, scientists have always known that swearing increases pain tolerance, memory and attention. It found that cursing increases self-confidence; in some instances, it lets people feel immersed in the job they are doing and loosens self-consciousness. But cursing women simply have no place in mixed polite society; women swearing are usually depicted as among those who inhabit the peripheries of society. Researchers are now planning to test the effects of cursing in other situations, such as public speaking and romantic approaches.

Source: The Telegraph January 04, 2026 01:59 UTC