Social Justice Facts and Myths About Infidelity Hot fun in the summertime: A new analysis suggests cheating spikes in the warmer months. Tom Jacobs
Economics Extremists Least Likely to Doubt Their Views New research finds those who hold the most extreme views on hot-button issues are also the most convinced of the superiority of those beliefs. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Narcissism Breeds Belief in One’s Own Creativity British researchers report narcissists are more likely than most to engage in creative activities. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice MLB Playoffs Predictions: Dodgers Look Good Mathematician Bruce Bukiet crunches the numbers, and likes the L.A. Dodgers. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Literary Fiction Helps Us Read People New research suggests reading literature increases our ability to pick up on the subjective states of others. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice The Value of Apologizing Extends to the Blameless New research suggests “superfluous apologies,” such as expressing sorrow for bad weather, builds trust. Tom Jacobs
Economics What’s the Appeal of Angry, Polarized Media? A new sociological study suggests watching or listening to shows that confirm our political prejudices help us feel like part of a community. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice The Motivational Power of Media New research finds short inspirational videos can stimulate viewers to pursue their own goals. Tom Jacobs
Environment Environmentalism? Perhaps. Environmentalists? Ewww! Canadian researchers report people hold negative views of political and social activists, and their unwillingness to associate with such people dampens the likelihood of changing their behavior. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Want Quick, Accurate Thinking? Ask a Musician New research finds musical training appears to sharpen our ability to detect our own mistakes, and rapidly make needed adjustments. Tom Jacobs