Social media-behavioral psychology combo points to more HIV testing
December 15, 2014
Research suggests a valuable tool in the fight against the virus that causes AIDS.
Soon to become a minority in the U.S., whites express declining support for diversity
October 2, 2014
Many white Americans are becoming less enthusiastic about diversity and multiculturalism as the U.S. moves toward becoming a minority-majority nation.
Why we can’t tell a Hollywood heartthrob from his stunt double
October 2, 2014
Scientists have pinpointed the brain mechanism by which we latch on to a particular face, even when it changes.
Curiosity helps learning and memory
October 2, 2014
Curiosity, while perhaps still dangerous for cats, serves as motivation for humans to acquire and retain information.
Hold on, Tiger Mom
September 22, 2014
Research refutes the idea that the traditional, strict “Chinese” upbringing, advocated for in the book “Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother," is superior.
Brain 'dimmer switch' influences mood disorders
September 18, 2014
Researchers pinpoint control mechanism for an area of the brain that processes sensory and emotive information that humans experience as “disappointment.”
The universal face of anger
August 28, 2014
You know that look of fury. Researchers now believe it's part of our basic biology as humans.
In sync and in control?
August 27, 2014
UCLA social scientists find that marching in unison makes men feel more formidable.
In our digital world, are young people losing the ability to read emotions?
August 21, 2014
Children’s social skills may be declining as they spend less time in face-to-face interaction due to their increased use of phones and other digital media.
What makes a happy parent?
August 19, 2014
Are parents really less happy than non-parents, as many recent books and studies suggest? New research finds that the truth is surprising and complicated.