Obesity Is a Disease? Then I Give Up. Pass the Pie
New research suggests declaring obesity a disease seems to discourage healthy eating.
Eccentricity of Artists Boosts Appreciation of Their Art
From Vincent Van Gogh to Lady Gaga, we tend to like artists’ work more if we perceive them as idiosyncratic.
Grand Obese Party?
Researchers have found a statistically significant correlation between support for Mitt Romney and a pudgy populace.
Workplace Attitudes Surprisingly Similar for Boomers, Gen Xers, and Millennials
New research suggests generational stereotypes regarding how workers view their jobs are overstated.
For Kids With Low Self-Esteem, Excessive Praise Has Unintended Consequences
New research from the Netherlands finds inflated acclaim for kids’ accomplishments can backfire as a motivational tool.
Poor People Judge Harm-Doers More Harshly
New research suggests this reflects their greater vulnerability to people who commit injurious actions.
Mapping the Brain’s Response to Art
New research finds a brain network linked to solitary introspection gets switched on when we encounter particularly moving artworks.
Forget the Blue Plate Special: I’ll Have the Red Plate Dieter’s Meal
Trying to lose weight? The color of your crockery could make all the difference.
Science Denialism Crosses Party Lines
New research finds Republicans are no more likely than Democrats to express skepticism of the scientific consensus on contentious issues.
How to Motivate a Young Musician
Inspiring school and home environments help students develop a sense of themselves as musicians, which prompts them to keep practicing.