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Women
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Why being a parent could give your career a boost

The traditional motherhood penalty may be outdated; being a parent could actually enhance workplace evaluations.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Keeping an Open Mind in an Increasingly Opinionated World

Empathy reduces confirmation bias and opens us to opposing viewpoints.
Polarization flourishes in echo chambers but can be confronted through curiosity.
Open-mindedness demands strength, not weakness, in times of division.
fromtime.com
1 month ago

The High Price We Pay for Tribalism

We have an innate need to attach to caregivers; however, anything beyond that initial impulse to attach must be taught.
Parenting
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

How a Tiny Brain Region Guides Generosity

Generosity is naturally stronger towards close individuals, decreasing with emotional distance, known as social discounting.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

How 'Sure' Can You Be About Anything?

Being right is kind of like a drug—once you get the buzz of such confirmation, you want it again and again.
Parenting
fromHarvard Gazette
1 month ago

Social media fueled divisions. Teaming up may help heal. - Harvard Gazette

"It's really the opposite of the nasty, divisive posting you find on social media," offered Tango co-creator Joshua D. Greene '97, reflecting on the positive impact of the quiz game.
Board games
fromNature
2 months ago

Gripping account of psychology's cautionary tale is marred by flawed assumptions

In the rapidly evolving landscape of social psychology, findings that initially seem groundbreaking may lead to significant setbacks, as evidenced by the failure to replicate key priming results.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Lessons in Heroic Resistance

Even when faced with overwhelming group pressure, around one in four individuals maintain their independent judgment, showcasing the importance of inner resolve and moral clarity.
Social justice
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

Excerpt from 'The Ideological Brain' by Leor Zmigrod - Harvard Gazette

Ideologies are not abstract concepts; they inhabit individual minds and influence personal thinking and behavior.
Cocktails
fromBon Appetit
2 months ago

Bartenders Are Tired of the "Girly Glass" Discourse

Individual preferences in drink orders often reflect deeper societal notions of masculinity and femininity.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Swipe right: dating app users prefer Reform voters to Tories, research suggests

Dating app users prefer profiles of those with similar political views, particularly favoring Reform voters over Conservative or left-leaning parties.
NYC music
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Opinion | I Was Sure I Knew Why New Yorkers Blast Their Music. I Was Wrong.

Playing music from cellphones in public reflects a clash of personal expression versus communal annoyance.
Our perceptions of public music play can shift based on individual experiences and cultural contexts.
fromMail Online
3 months ago

Dog owners say bond with pet is MORE satisfying than with partner

Dog owners feel a stronger emotional bond with their pets than with friends or family.
Environment
fromThe Nation
3 months ago

The Game-Changing Truth That Could Save the Planet

Informing people about widespread support for climate action can increase charitable donations to renewable energy initiatives.
Relationships
fromArs Technica
3 months ago

Women rely partly on smell when choosing friends

Participants' ratings of friendship potential were influenced by scent, indicating that olfactory cues play a role in interpersonal attraction.
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
3 months ago

Claims of 'anti-Christian bias' sound to some voters like a message about race, not just religion

Claims of anti-Christian discrimination are often politically motivated and may reflect broader societal issues regarding race and identity.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

What Does a Misinformation Researcher Actually Do?

Understanding social forces is key to addressing misinformation.
Group identity and psychological bias play crucial roles in interpreting information.
Media literacy is vital for recognizing and combating false information.
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

The Hidden Hand That Shapes Your Destiny

People in groups unconsciously adapt and take on consistent roles based on group dynamics, optimizing functionality and emotional needs.
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Focus on Resource Acquisition vs. Distribution Divides Us

Baumeister and Bushman propose that political divisions stem from differing concerns with resource acquisition versus distribution, suggesting this understanding could foster cooperation between parties.
Left-wing politics
#kindness
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Covid benevolence bump' endures as acts of kindness 10% higher than before 2020

Acts of kindness during the Covid-19 pandemic remain significantly elevated, showcasing a sustained increase in altruism post-pandemic.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Covid benevolence bump' endures as acts of kindness 10% higher than before 2020

Acts of kindness during the Covid-19 pandemic remain significantly elevated, showcasing a sustained increase in altruism post-pandemic.
Roam Research
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

Asking a question just so you can talk about yourself? You're 'boomerasking' - and it's really annoying.

Boomerasking, a tactic to shift focus back to oneself in conversations, is seen as insincere and annoying by many.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

The Darker Side of Social Connection

Dehumanization leads us to see certain groups as less than human and affects our moral judgments.
Positive interactions with marginalized groups can reduce dehumanization.
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

The Science of Attraction: Simple Ways to Boost Your Appeal

Subtlety will sink you—clear interest and direct approaches beat playing hard-to-get.
Relationships
Gadgets
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Why Are AI Companions Especially Popular in East Asia?

Cultural background significantly shapes attitudes toward humanoid robots and AI companions, with East Asians showing more acceptance than North Americans.
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago

The Psychology of "Cringe"

Cringe moments, while awkward, help us learn and improve socially.
Our brains prioritize emotional experiences, making embarrassment memorable.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago

Understanding Online Aggression

Aggression often stems from frustrations that threaten self-esteem or significance.
Narcissism is linked to increased online aggression among individuals.
There are constructive alternatives to restoring one's sense of significance that do not rely on aggression.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago

Shadows of Bias: The Hidden Strain of Microaggressions

Microaggressions subtly undermine individuals through underlying assumptions, contributing to feelings of alienation and pressure.
fromwww.dw.com
7 months ago

FOMO is real, so can it be overcome? DW 12/13/2024

FOMO revolves more around missing social interactions rather than just events, amplifying feelings of envy and anxiety.
Miscellaneous
fromBig Think
9 months ago

Everyday Philosophy: Can you self-identify as a different generation?

Generational identity is primarily based on age, but individual experiences and values can significantly vary, challenging the notion of strict generational labels.
Miscellaneous
fromPsychology Today
9 months ago

Lying and the Permissions That Enable It

Lying undermines trust and relationships, facilitated by cultural norms and partisan environments that reduce consequences for dishonest behavior.
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