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Wealthy lack empathy, generosity of lower classes, study finds
Edmonton Journal: Turns out, the rich really are different. But not necessarily in the ways we assume. Though economically privileged, people from upper-class backgrounds consistently display deficits in empathy, social engagement, generosity and sensitivity as
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Why we like to narrate stories to others
The Times of India: People often share stories, news, and information with the people around them. Now, a new study has found that why is certain content shared more than others and what drives people
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Helping orchid kids blossom
Alive: An “orchid child” is one who dislikes change, notices subtle smells or emotions, and usually does well on tests but may fail if being watched. If you’re the parent of a sensitive child like
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Friday the 13th: somewhere between religion and superstition
The Washington Post: Of all the traditional Western superstitions, Friday the 13th has the strongest connection to religion and the Christian faith in particular. Over the years, there have been a variety of theories of
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Hey, You’re Wearing Me Out!
I used to jog a fair bit, and when I did I loved having a regular running partner. It’s not that I’m undisciplined, but his company nudged me to run just a bit farther or
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Is That What You Think? My Brain Agrees
Have you caught yourself conforming to your friends’ opinions? A new study published in Psychological Science found conformity to social norms happens even in our brains! When people change their opinions to conform to social
