Social Justice For Many, Behavior Changes as a ‘Big’ Birthday Approaches New research finds a lot of people who are approaching a new decade in life ponder the meaning of existence, and go looking for answers. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice 12 Minutes to Avoiding Temptation New research finds brief mindfulness training can make that slice of pie, or inappropriate partner, less appealing. Tom Jacobs
Environment Coastal Cognizance of Climate Change People who live closer to the shore are more likely to believe in climate change and to support regulation of carbon emissions. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice White Americans Draw Distinctions Between African-Americans and Blacks New research suggests the racial labels conjure up very different images. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Viewing God as Masculine Impacts One’s View of Gay Marriage A new study finds thinking of God as a "he" has wide implications. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Assertions of Scientific Certainty Are Greeted With Skepticism New German research suggests the public is wary of statements suggesting a scientific debate has been closed. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Say It Loud: I’m an Atheist, and I’m Proud New research finds perceived discrimination may lead people to intensify their identity as atheists. Tom Jacobs
News in Brief If It’s Good Enough for the Supreme Court… A research team looks into how Iowa's legalization of gay marriage in 2009 affected the views of registered voters. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Dislike Abstract Art? Try It Again With a Less-Cluttered Mind Italian researchers pinpoint a psychological factor that helps determine our reaction to non-representational artworks. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Feelings of Entitlement Boost Creativity New research finds a link between feeling entitled, valuing innovation, and thinking creatively. Tom Jacobs