News in Brief New Evidence That Women Are Less Selfish Than Men One study offers neural evidence that women are more sharing-oriented, while another finds new fathers find more time to relax than new mothers. Tom Jacobs
News in Brief How Collective Narcissism Helps Explain Trump The perception that your group is losing ground relative to others can propel a dangerous spiral into populist nationalism. Tom Jacobs
Economics Cash for Creativity New research finds a monetary reward inspires innovation far more than the promise of public recognition. Tom Jacobs
Issue #59: October 2017 Magazine Previous Issues Primer Quick Studies The Cognitive Benefits of Breastfeeding Breastfeeding may not make bright kids brighter, but it apparently does benefit the kids who could most use a boost. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Female Lawyers Are Interrupted More Frequently An analysis of three decades of Supreme Court oral arguments finds male attorneys are treated more deferentially. Tom Jacobs
News in Brief The Policy Consequences of Partisan Gerrymandering New research finds the issue of how legislative districts are drawn, currently being considered by the Supreme Court, is far from academic. Tom Jacobs
News in Brief Liberals Aren’t as Divided as They Think New research finds that, on public-policy issues, they enjoy a stronger consensus than conservatives. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Move to Hawaii, Become Less Racist The racial attitudes of white college students from the mainland shift after nine months on the islands. Tom Jacobs
Environment The Environmental Consequences of Your Second Car New research finds Californians who buy a fuel-efficient car often purchase a bigger, less environmentally friendly second vehicle. Tom Jacobs
News in Brief Choral Singing Boosts Mindfulness New research points to one reason joining a choir boosts mental health. Tom Jacobs