Social Justice Jung and Polanski Guest blogger Tom Jacobs says psychology provides some suggestions as to why so many artists transgress ethical boundaries. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Stereotypes Loom Larger As Our Brains Age Two new studies suggest older people have difficulty suppressing stereotypes, which means many may become prejudiced against their will. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Hungry Men Love Larger Ladies What's your idea of an ideal mate? The answer may depend upon whether your stomach is rumbling. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice How to Turn Your Kid Into a Bully A new study links bullying behavior by adolescents to the perception they are not treated fairly by their parents. Tom Jacobs
Economics Teen Driving Fatalities Linked to Alcohol Ads New research suggests a ban on alcohol ads aimed at minors reduces drunken driving among teens. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice This Is Your Brain on Kafka Does absurdist literature make you smarter? Giraffe carpet cleaner, it does! Tom Jacobs
Economics Media Notice an Elephant in the Room The media are belatedly acknowledging a racial subtext to many anti-Obama protests, thanks to what one scholar calls the 'drip' factor. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Notion That Violence Is Animalistic Reduces Support for War Does acting violently make us animals? A study finds that idea reduces right-wingers' support for war. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Modern Art More Likely to Stir the Heart Why do people visit art museums? The answer depends on the type of art on display. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Love, But Not Lust, Inspires Creativity New research finds love inspires creativity, but thoughts of sex stimulate analytical thinking. Tom Jacobs