Aggression Not As Attractive As Men Believe
New research finds males mistakenly believe aggressive behavior is admired.
Botox for the Brain
A Harvard psychologist argues that our mindless acceptance of stereotypes leads to premature aging.
It Ain’t Heavy — It’s My Brain Enhancer
Weighty new research suggests holding a heavy object engages the mind.
Five Words In and You’ve Decided
New research suggests our brains react almost instantaneously to statements that challenge our moral values.
Putin’s Pecs: Linking Strength and Anger
A sense of entitlement, whether through beauty or brawn, goes hand in clenched fist with anger, a provocative new study suggests.
Immersion In Nature Makes Us Nicer
New research finds those who feel a strong connection to the natural world have a more caring attitude toward others.
Visual Cues Make Children More Helpful
A new study finds 18-month-olds who were subtly introduced to the concept of togetherness were far more likely to help someone in need.
Hey, Ladies … It’s Not Beer, It’s Medicine
New full-bodied research finds beer drinking increases bone mass in older women.
Is That Behavior Ethical? The Powerful Have a Different Perspective
Power tends to bend a person's moral outlook, making one less likely to believe bending the rules is acceptable behavior.