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Teens’ Brains Are More Sensitive to Rewarding Feedback From Peers
A new report in Current Directions in Psychological Science suggests that some teens’ risky behavior reflects the unique effect of peer influence on the still-developing teenage brain. ... More>
The Science Behind the Heroism in Boston
The onsite response to the Boston Marathon bombings — bystanders bravely running toward the gruesome scene to help the wounded — exemplifies a growing body of psychological research on compassionate behavior. ... More>
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Fredrickson and Other Leading Scientists to Sign Books at the APS Annual Convention
APS Fellow Barbara L. Fredrickson will be speaking and signing copies of her new book Love 2.0 at the 25th APS Annual Convention in Washington, DC. ... More>
