Teddy Bears Soften Pain of Social Exclusion
New research from Singapore suggests touching a stuffed animal can counteract the tendency of ostracized people to engage in antisocial behavior.
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Is a Dip in Cocaine Use a War on Drugs Victory?
Washington remains optimistic about the war on drugs based on dips in the importation of cocaine. But even the “good news” derived from comparisons with Europe is distressing.
What Is Torture? We Know It (Only) When We Feel It
What constitutes torture? New research finds the answer varies with the level of pain one is currently feeling.
Military Gender Roles Still Thorny Problem
Despite decades of official attention, women in the military face pervasive sexism and surprisingly frequent sexual assault from within the ranks, noted speakers at the recent Gender Justice conference at West Point.
The Mental Roots of Racial Prejudice
Italian researchers find social conservatives tend to attribute more negative qualities to members of a minority group.
Parenting’s Asian-Jewish Connection
The hubbub over the Tiger Mom model presented in a recent best-seller left some recalling the stereotype of the Jewish mother. But what happens when couples are Asian and Jewish?
Flowers Make Women More Receptive to Romance
A French researcher finds flowers really do put women in a romantic mood.
Cleanliness Cues Activate Conservative Attitudes
New research finds subtle reminders of cleanliness seem to shift people to the political right.
Documentary Tells Story of Art Saved from Stalin’s Fury
The documentary 'The Desert of Forbidden Art' tells the story of the Igor Savitsky Museum, a remote refuge for Soviet-era art that ran afoul of Stalin's diktat.
Song Lyrics Reflect Our Narcissistic Age
New research finds a shift in emphasis in pop song lyrics over the decades, from “we” to “me.”