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The Opposite of Procrastination
Behavioral researchers are begun investigating a phenomenon called pre-crastination, or rushing to get things done even if requires unnecessary effort.
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What Keeps Some Presidents Carved into Our Memories While Others Are Forgotten
Memory research explains why a few US presidents remain so profound in the national consciousness while most others are destined to fade from our collective memory.
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How Social-Class Norms Impact Disparities in Education and Work
The social-class disparities prevalent in US institutions of higher education and professional workplaces are influenced by many factors, including access to resources, individual differences in skill, and cultural barriers. In an article published in Current
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For Learning, Drawing a Picture May Really Be Worth a Thousand Words
Reading aloud or acting something out can help us remember new information, but those strategies may not always be practical or appropriate for the setting. When those strategies fall short, you might want to try
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How Reflex Responses and Personality Play into the Bystander Effect
When asked about emergency situations, most people say they would spontaneously help another person. However, not everyone does so in real life, especially when there are other people around, a phenomenon known as the bystander
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When Accommodating Children’s Symptoms Hurts Them More Than It Helps
Most families would do anything to minimize the distress of a child with a mental disorder. However, some strategies for dealing with these challenges may not always be beneficial in the long-run, suggests a recent