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Scientists Convene for Inaugural APS Global Psychological Science Summit
APS’s inaugural Global Summit paved the way for new collaborations in psychological research.
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Love the Uncertainty You’re With
Teaching: With help from lesson plans on reframing, students might find that uncertainty can have a surprising bright side.
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The No. 1 Most Critical Thing That Keeps Us Happier and Healthier—And 3 ‘Surprisingly Simple’ Ways to Get Started
When I’m sitting with a stressed-out patient in my office and I raise the importance of healthy relationships, they almost always intellectually understand. Of course they do! They’re brilliant! And they want to please me. They nod and smile. In reality, though, creating and maintaining healthy connections can be challenging. It takes time, energy, and work. ...
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Science for Society: The Impact and Spread of Misinformation
Researchers share their latest findings in this webinar on misinformation, including when and how it is best to intervene to reduce its spread.
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Open Communication and Varied Career Opportunities for New PhDs
Opening up communication between students and advisors can lead to more honest and realistic career discussions, especially about nonacademic opportunities.
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How a Small But Vocal Minority of Social Media Users Distort Reality and Sow Division
Researchers at New York University have concluded that social media is not an accurate reflection of society, but more like a funhouse mirror distorted by a small but vocal minority of extreme outliers. It's a finding that has special resonance this election season. John Yang speaks with psychology professor Jay Van Bavel, one of the authors of the paper that reported the research, to learn more.
