Erik Hayden

A new book, "The Enemy In Our Hands," looks at how America has treated — and mistreated — prisoners of war through history resonates in the age of terror.

Looking for lesson in cross-cultural psychology? Look no further than the different ways Americans and Chinese react to good, bad movies.

A new meta-analysis finds that today's college students have far less empathy than their forebearers.

A new analysis finds that parents are less likely to volunteer when their children attend larger schools.

A look at who boycotts whom in the United States finds that those on the margins are the most likely to participate.

It may seem unlikely, but new research says that increased TV watching alone isn't likely to harm children's thinking or schooling.

An analysis of 27 presidential debates finds a decline in the amount of abstract thought present during discussions of economics.

Can some forms of physical contact make you more likely to exhibit risk-taking behavior? So maybe the meltdown is mom's fault.

New research investigates how underage college students obtain false identification to gain access to alcohol.

Researchers examining depictions of the most iconic meal of all time find portion sizes dramatically increased over the last millennium.

A University of Louisville researcher data-crunches and theorizes about the 'greatest' American cities.

High quality doesn't ensure longevity in the tumultuous print magazine industry.

Even if you do have a mostly private Facebook profile, others can glean vital information about you — just by looking at your friend list.

Don't laugh: New research on baseball players suggests that the wider your smile, the longer you may live.

Globally, moviegoers' tastes are becoming increasingly homogeneous, which is a very good sign for Hollywood.

Two organizations release state-by-state report cards in order to clarify what has become the Wild West of grassroots politics: citizen-led ballot initiatives.

Mudslinging may get results for campaigns, but new research suggests that these negatively tailored messages should not be delivered in person.

Overweight is the new normal in America. So why do we still share an immediate, negative reaction toward the obese?

Adolescents are aware of the serious consequences of climate change. So why don't they do anything about it?

A new book on the discount chain’s down-home early days doesn’t tell us much about its status as the world’s largest — and most controversial — retailer.

With the general public overwhelming in support of repealing Don't Ask, Don't Tell, why is it still politically contentious to overturn the policy?

Reforesting efforts in Haiti may not provide immediate relief, but could create a renewable and sustainable supply of food and fuel for desperate villages.

Predicting a blockbuster movie's financial returns is more often based on gut instinct than scientific modeling — unless you develop data-crunching super software.

Despite the good intentions of the U.S. Forest Service setting aside "protected areas" isn't enough- housing growth in an near these areas can effectively diminish these forests and severely hamper the natural ecosystems.

Cristi Hegranes, a Miller-McCune Wonking Class Hero, expands the Global Press Institute to Kenya, where women will become the eyes and ears of the developing nation.

Here's a thought for the New Year: Binge-drinking mice could help pave the way for exercise-oriented alcohol addiction treatments for humans.

As the legion of home-schoolers rapidly grows, sensible government oversight seems to be a reasonable option — or it'll invite a firestorm of opposition.

A little self-awareness, and a lot of illustration, breathes some life into the justifiably maligned segment of entertainment education.

Becoming a captain of industry suggests you've probably sailed a bit too closely to the ethical shoals, a new study suggests.

Uniforms make students look sharper, and they create a safer environment, but they can't they raise a school's achievement level

Can compulsively searching, instead of merely surfing, lead to greater cognitive benefits for netizens?

Blog chatter has helped flat-lining album sales, but does that chatter even matter?

Life-threatening illnesses can disrupt even the most stable marriages, but new research suggests that men are far more likely to divorce a terminally ill spouse.

Is it possible to feel less pain if you look directly at the affected area? Take two drops of Murine and call us in the morning.

Can ADHD stimulants like Adderall be the answer for college students looking to increase academic performance? They think so.

Cap-and-trade is by no means a new concept in American environmental efforts. What can other programs teach tomorrow's carbon traders?

A new study illuminates the motivations behind religious sacrifice among a very devout population — adolescents.

The verdict is in: Center for Court Innovation honored with national nonprofit award.

A new survey indicates broad interest, but not commitment, in purchasing an electric vehicle.

A pill or two might be able to prevent future devastating spinal cord injuries from turning into paralysis, suggests new research on mice.

A transgenic rodent named for a philanthropic football coach is front and center in the effort to solve the multiple sclerosis whodunit.

While adolescents today work less and have more leisure time than previous generations, how do they invest these valuable hours?

While the purpose of informed consent laws is to educate women considering an abortion, they apparently do little to dissuade them from proceeding.

Emission standards will help manage rising temperatures, but the time to act is now.