Why do Pen Caps have a Hole on Top?

Why do Pen Caps have a Hole on Top

The Lethal Habit: The Untold Side of Pen Caps

Did you Know?

That pens are responsible for more than 100 deaths yearly! Surprisingly, it is not the pointed tip of the pen that causes harm but the cap, which, upon swallowing, causes suffocation and asphyxia. However, this habit is not just a random impulse but is linked to sensory comfort. According to psychoanalyst Sigmund Freud, when a baby doesn’t get enough oral stimulation, they resort to pen chewing, nail-biting, or gnawing at wooden pencils. When left unchecked, it continues for a lifetime, becoming what we scientifically call oral fixation. This is why most pen caps have a small hole on top. It helps prevent the ink from drying out and reduces the risk of choking deaths, which can occur if someone accidentally swallows a pen lid. 

What’s the First thing People do with their New Pen?

What’s the First thing People do with their New Pen?

The Psychological Aspect of Using a New Pen

Did you Know?

When someone is handed a pen, their first instinct is to write their name with it. This act of personalizing the pen goes beyond just practicality. It reveals something about human psychology and behavior. Writing one’s name with a pen is a way of extending personal identity. It asserts ownership, creating a sense of attachment to the object. It can also be a subtle way of establishing territorial boundaries. By writing one’s name on the pen, it indicates that this pen is not to be used by anyone else. It’s also a way of preserving one’s identity and seeking recognition.