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Civic Pride Makes People Happier Than Ethnic Pride
It turns out that the more inclusive your politics, the happier you'll be.
Culture
Why You Should Cut Disgruntled DMV Employees Some Slack
A new study shows exactly why interactions with DMV employees and other clerical workers can be so fraught.
Culture
Internet Anonymous: Isn't Everyone a Little Cyber-Addicted?
The term "cyberaddiction" was coined back in the mid-nineties. But in the age of iPhones and Facebook, aren't we all addicted to the internet?
Education
Is Education Reform Effective? Depends on the Definition
Too many education solutions fall apart when you step back and ask some tough questions.
Lifestyle
Watch Your Mouth: Eat Lightly and Carry a Big Fork
Bigger forks and heavier bowls might sound supersized, but they could actually cut down on portion sizes.
Culture
Yes, I'm Black; No, You Can't Touch My Hair
The schoolyard adage of "keep your hands to yourself" is a great lesson to keep in mind around black people's hair.
Technology
The Dark Side of These New Mind-Reading Glasses
These "social x-ray specs" read people's facial expressions. But they could have unintended consequences.
News
Dead Wrong: Is Your War Protest Actually Increasing Support for the War?
New research says complaining about money and lives lost in our wars might be a terrible way to try and end them.
Lifestyle
Could Paying Cash Help You Eat Healthier Food?
New research suggests its easier to load up on Oreos when you pay with plastic.
Lifestyle
Check Yourself Out! The Science of Supermarket Design
Supermarkets are designed to trick you into buying more than you planned to. Can marketing psychology be used to push healthy foods instead?
Lifestyle
If You Eat Cows, Why Not Golden Retrievers, Too?
Ever wondered why you jump at a turkey burger but not a swan sandwich? It's carnism. Psychologist Melanie Joy explains.
Lifestyle
Can Coffee Really Make You Hallucinate?
Our caffeinated culture may be having an effect on our cognitive functioning.
Education
Is College Worth the Money? Answers from Six New Graduates
Their answers about whether their degrees are worth it might just surprise you.
Education
Harvard Academic Starts Initiative to Boost Accuracy of Wikipedia's Psychology Articles
Harvard psychology professor Mahzarin Banaji is behind an effort to get psychology academics editing content on the online encyclopedia.
Environment
Whether People Believe in Climate Change Depends on the Current Temperature
The general public and the media alike still have a heck of a time distinguishing weather from climate.
Business
Where a Waitress Stands Changes Her Tips
Do you like it when a waitress gets up close and personal? Well now there's a scientific study calculating the value of close serving.
Culture
"No Smoking" Signs Actually Make Smokers Want Cigarettes More
A new study says the image of a burning cigarette is quite appealing to your average smoker, even if that cigarette has a red line through it.
Lifestyle
"Organic" Foods Pack on the Pounds
We often think organic means fewer calories, and that's why we should institute mandatory calorie counting.
