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How to Inspire Creative Thinking: Details, Details
New research finds recollecting specific aspects of a recent event can inspire creativity, as measured by a key test.
You Can’t Hurry Greatness
The careers of America's best songwriters suggest great art is the product of years of immersion in one's chosen field.
One Year After the Death of Eric Garner, Reform Deferred
Despite protests in New York and beyond, police reform is in a dismal state.
Reforming Juvenile Offenders by Training Them to Read … Faces
A new study from the U.K. finds emotional awareness training is a valuable tool in moderating the behavior of young toughs.
Dreaming and the Developing Brain
A study of kittens suggests that REM-stage sleep helps young mammals develop essential brain circuits—maybe even memories.
Preparing Every Student for College
Even if a traditional four-year university isn’t the best option for some students, they’ll still benefit from college preparedness courses and training in the public school system.
From Prison to Public Service
Ban the Box initiatives are one step toward breaking the cycle of incarceration.
Want to Be More Creative? Get Out the Electrodes
New research finds a particular type of brain stimulation can increase creativity.
From Humbug! to Humble: The Power of the Scrooge Effect
A new study finds thoughts of our mortality can make us more generous.