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High Earnings Can Hamper Happiness

When legendary economist John Maynard Keynes predicted that by 2030, most people would have to work only 15 hours a week to make a comfortable living, he never factored in […]... More>

New Research From Psychological Science

A sample of new research exploring: perspective-taking in competition; reward cues and goal-directed action; meditation and compassionate responses to suffering; and detecting problems with data. ... More>

Get Off the Work Treadmill

Teresa Amabile, a professor at Harvard Business School, likens today’s work environment to running on a treadmill. People race to keep up with meetings, emails, and deadlines, while making no […]... 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 Marilynn B. Brewer, Carol S. Dweck, Douglas L. Medin, and John A. Swets. ... More>

Cover Story

Small Nudge, Big Impact

Behavioral science is helping government and business leaders cue citizens to boost retirement savings, lose weight, curb energy use, and more. ... More>