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Carol Dweck

Stanford University James McKeen Cattell Fellow Award As one of the world’s leading researchers in the field of motivation, Carol Dweck’s work bridges developmental, social, and personality psychology, and examines ... More>


Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi

Claremont Graduate University James McKeen Cattell Fellow Award Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi has devoted his career to studying what makes people happy. His books and scientific research publications on creativity, innovation, and ... More>


Mieux vaut avoir le même statut marital que son patron (Better to have the same marital status as your boss)


Observer Article

True Grit

Getting to that finish line takes stamina and determination. Researchers are working to identify how gritty individuals get things done. ... More>


Observer Article

Reflecting on a Lifetime of Achievement

As part of its 25th anniversary, APS honors distinguished scientists who have transformed the field of psychological science over the past quarter century. In this issue, we celebrate the careers of Judy S. DeLoache, Bruce S. McEwen, and Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi. ... More>