Why It’s So Challenging to Keep Things the Same
A particular challenge to maintaining the status quo may be inherent in how our brain functions… More
Goal Directed Behavior
Firm Foundations II
Building on a feature story from the January issue, scientists contribute additional opinions on the most replicated discoveries in psychological science… More
Should We Pay Children for Good Behavior?
Hi, Dan. I’m raising two teenagers and have discovered just how hard it is to teach them to be polite… More
How Rooting for a Rival Could Help Your Team
Why would you ever root against your team in the NCAA basketball championship? Psychological science suggests that a rival team’s win may improve your team’s motivation and performance next season… More
Want to be happier? Think like a bronze medalist
Athletes who win silver medals must be happier than those who win bronze, right? Not exactly. People in one study… More
Do This One Simple Thing to Fall Asleep Faster
If you lie awake at night because your mind won’t stop racing, taking five minutes before bed to write out… More