Individualism is thought to be on the rise in Western countries, but new research suggests that increasing individualism may actually be a global phenomenon. More

Individualism is thought to be on the rise in Western countries, but new research suggests that increasing individualism may actually be a global phenomenon. More

Research suggests that meaningful day-to-day personal contact might mitigate the 'hunkering down' mentality that arises when communities become more diverse. More

Research suggests that meaningful day-to-day personal contact might mitigate the 'hunkering down' mentality that arises when communities become more diverse. More

Examining companies with local and ex-pat employees, researchers find that recognizing diversity can actually encourage people to help each other instead of sparking conflict. More

Examining companies with local and ex-pat employees, researchers find that recognizing diversity can actually encourage people to help each other instead of sparking conflict. More

In a lively keynote address at the 2014 APS Annual Convention, APS Past President Mahzarin R. Banaji explains how our tendency to divide ourselves into groups operates beneath our awareness. More

In a lively keynote address at the 2014 APS Annual Convention, APS Past President Mahzarin R. Banaji explains how our tendency to divide ourselves into groups operates beneath our awareness. More

A small cue of social connection to someone from another group — such as a shared interest — can help reduce prejudice immediately and up to six months later. More

A small cue of social connection to someone from another group — such as a shared interest — can help reduce prejudice immediately and up to six months later. More

Facing news of economic decline in the US and loss of international status may motivate opposition to actions that seem to compromise American group identity. More

Facing news of economic decline in the US and loss of international status may motivate opposition to actions that seem to compromise American group identity. More