Tom Jacobs, Author at Pacific Standard

Residents of Racially Diverse Neighborhoods Are More Likely to Help Others

This reflects the fact they are more prone to identify with all of humanity.

New research finds kids' ability to delay gratification is influenced by the norms of their peer group.

A familiar image that reminds us of our identity as a citizen can inspire us to pay our taxes.

A new study suggests it also decreases other types of drug use, including binge drinking.

New research reports the most popular tomes tend to be thrillers, mysteries, and memoirs.

Male and female students in an introductory biology class performed better when there were more women in their study group.

A new analysis finds attitudes about gender and race were far better predictors of support for Trump than personal economic woes.

Chinese researchers demonstrate how high-tech tools can be used to harness the power of metaphor.

New research suggests those impassioned rallies and demonstrations may have had a positive impact.

Competitors of equal ability and status are more likely to engage in dangerous driving.