Long-Distance Relationships Really Can Work
While there are certain tradeoffs, researchers report long-distance romantic relationships can be highly satisfying.
Report Paints Grim Picture of Arts, Culture Economy
Production of cultural goods and services took a huge hit with the recession, and has been slow to rebound.
The Biggest Losers Aren’t Necessarily More Healthy
An analysis of 21 diets finds scant evidence that losing weight promotes better health.
Irony in Our Diets: Stigmatizing Obesity Increases Overeating
New research suggests anti-obesity campaigns that stigmatize heaviness may be counterproductive.
Music Lessons Boost Emotional, Intellectual Development
German researchers report learning to play a musical instrument is associated with higher grades and superior cognitive skills.
Women Are OK With Sex in Ads—If the Product Is Valuable
New research suggests women aren’t automatically opposed to sexual imagery in advertisements, but they do object when it is used to sell cheap products.
Is the Great Recession Creating a Generation of Democrats?
Research suggests it’s entirely possible.
Replenishing Self-Control Through Prayer
German researchers report a few minutes of communion with a higher power can boost self-control.
When Do Great Artists Hit Peak Creativity?
New research suggests it occurs just a bit before they hit the two-thirds mark of their lives.
Quick Study: Shop. Feel Bad. Shop More. Feel Better!
Embarrassed consumers tend to spend more money on "appearance-enhancing items," according to new research.