Dr. Seuss Analyzed for Political, Social Effects
From there to here, from here to there, researchers find that Dr. Seuss is — in political, social, psychological and even business terms — everywhere.
Benefits of Religion Limited to Fervent Believers
New research finds the well-documented link between religiosity and happiness applies only to those whose faith is robust.
Life in Prison Begins at 16
The PBS documentary "Me Facing Life: Cyntoia's Story" asks the question: Who is responsible when family and society so fail a promising child that she turns to prostitution and murder in her teens?
Gratuity Examples on Receipts Net Bigger Tips
Dining customers tended to leave bigger tips when their bills spell out what 15 or 20 percent of their total amounts to.
Casual Sex: Men, Women Not So Different After All
New research suggests women turn down offers of casual sex for one good reason: They suspect — with some reason — they won’t enjoy it.
Cling to Youthful Appearance, Annoy Actual Youth
Forty may be the new 30, but young people don’t take kindly to elders trying to pass for their peers.
Guilt: A Double-Edged Sword
New research finds when we make amends to assuage our guilt, a third party often pays the price.
Valentine Presents Cause Anxiety at the Gift Counter
Attachment theory helps explain why some people consider giving gifts to their romantic partners a pleasure, while others find it decidedly uncomfortable.
Perilous State of the Arts Agencies
State arts agencies, which provide vital funding and assistance to nonprofit arts institutions, are threatened with extinction across the U.S.
Smoggy Days Make for Sickly Stock Market
New research finds stock markets tend to close lower on days with poor air quality.