Economics Avoid Burnout: Make Your Cubicle Your Own New research suggests there are mental health benefits from personalizing your workspace—particularly if you don’t have a private office. Tom Jacobs
Economics Sense of Purpose Strengthens Immune System A new study finds that, on a genetic level, all happiness is not created equal. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Inside the Mind of a Mass Killer A new analysis of the writings of mass shooters finds a common strain of paranoia. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Music Bridges Cultures? Actually, Not So Much New research suggests the discomfort caused by listening to “strange” music can lead people to lose empathy for outsiders. Tom Jacobs
Economics The Happiness of the Extreme Right Winger Canadian researchers find high levels of well-being among people who have an authoritarian streak. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Turning Repressed Emotions Into Great Art A new study finds repressed feelings can spur creativity—for some. It depends on your religious and cultural upbringing. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Quick Study: Women Get More Sleep—and Earn It Women may still get paid less than men, but at least they get to sleep more. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Chocolate: The Scent That Could Save Struggling Bookstores Belgian researchers report the enticing aroma of chocolate inspired bookstore shoppers to stick around longer, and boosted sales of certain genres. Tom Jacobs
Economics The Healing Power of the Written Word A new study finds seniors’ wounds heal faster if they’ve unburdened themselves through expressive writing. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Children’s Picture Books Retain Stubborn Stereotypes A new survey of children’s picture books finds gender stereotypes—nurturing mothers, breadwinning fathers—remain stubbornly persistent. Tom Jacobs