Computing
How to Defraud Democracy
A worst-case cyberwarfare scenario for the 2020 American presidential election
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Behavior
Truth, Lies & Uncertainty
Searching for reality in unreal times
Behavior
Everyone Is an Agent in the New Information Warfare
Before you click “like,” hit “pause”
Behavior
Why Moral Emotions Go Viral Online
A study of Twitter demonstrates the attentional power of certain words
Behavior
Truth, Lies & Uncertainty
Searching for reality in unreal times
Behavior
The Psychological Key to Creating the Best Version of You
People struggle to define their real selves, but they don’t have to
Policy
Does Psychology Have a Conflict-of-Interest Problem?
Some star psychologists don’t disclose in research papers the large sums they earn for talking about their work. Is that a concern?
Behavior
Can We Rely on Our Intuition?
As the world becomes more complex, making decisions becomes harder. Is it best to depend on careful analysis or to trust your gut?
Behavior
Certain Personality Types Are Likely to Make a “Foodie Call”
Some people go on dates just to score a free meal—a phenomenon known as a “foodie call.” But it takes a certain personality type. Karen Hopkin reports.
Is Guilt Good for Your Health?
Negative feedback helps some people make better health choices, but we need a different approach to motivate others
How to Love Your Enemies
The behavioral science of DIY depolarization
Behavior
Debate Arises over Teaching “Growth Mindsets” to Motivate Students
Research shows conflicting data on the impact of the intervention, but a major new study confirms it can work
Behavior
Jacks-of-All-Trades Make the Grade
Journalist and author David Epstein talks about his new book Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World.
It’s like an Analogy
Creative communication can help, or hurt, our attempts to bridge the divide between technically or emotionally disparate audiences
Behavior
The Scientific Underpinnings and Impacts of Shame
People who feel shame readily are at risk for depression and anxiety disorders
The Death of Social Reciprocity in the Era of Digital Distraction
Honor your right to disconnect and focus on strengthening real relationships
Behavior
Does Birth Order Affect Personality?
Researchers examine the old adage that birth order plays a significant role in shaping who we are
Neuroscience
Real Laughs Motivate More Guffaws
Honest, involuntary laughter cued people to laugh more at some really bad jokes than they did when hearing forced laughter.
Businesses Need to Embrace the New Science of Learning
“Learning loop,” an innovative way employees can pick up new skills, is a good example
Behavior
The Technology of Kindness
How social media can rebuild our empathy—and why it must
