Moral Values
Selling Sexualization
If the National Center on Sexual Exploitation thinks that every entity from HBO to the Department of Justice is guilty of perpetuating evil, perhaps it needs to take a closer look at its core beliefs.
Why Political Compromise Is So Hard
When issues get moralized, making concessions becomes nearly unthinkable.
Morals Can Be Manipulated
New research suggests eye-tracking devices can be used to point us to one side or another of an ethical issue.
Study: Morality Can Trump Tribalism
Encouraging research points to a way to decouple loyalty to one’s own tribe with disdain for outsiders.
Negative Stereotypes Drive Opposition to Gay Rights
New research suggests prejudiced beliefs regarding homosexuals’ moral behavior leads people to oppose gay-rights legislation.
Poor People Judge Harm-Doers More Harshly
New research suggests this reflects their greater vulnerability to people who commit injurious actions.
'Give' Gives Way as Word Usage Reflects Shift in Values
New research suggests our drift toward a more individualistic mindset can be traced back two centuries, as we began the transition from rural to urban living.
Thinking of Science Strengthens Moral Fiber
First-of-its-kind research finds a surprising relationship between science and morality.
Black-and-White Pattern Inspires Black-and-White Thinking
Researchers report people asked to judge moral issues offer more extreme opinions if the questions are presented using a black-and-white checkered frame.
Explaining Liberals to Conservatives, and Vice-Versa
Psychologist Jonathan Haidt can tell you why you feel so righteous about your politics, but will you listen?
Taste Buds Reflect Feelings of Moral Disgust
New research finds moral disgust can elicit a physical reaction, changing our evaluation of a beverage.
Cleanliness Cues Activate Conservative Attitudes
New research finds subtle reminders of cleanliness seem to shift people to the political right.
Puritan Values Still Resonate in Today’s USA
A new study finds the value system of the early colonists, which links hard work, conservative sexual behavior and spiritual salvation, still has a hold on Americans’ psyches.
Cleanliness is Next to Self-Righteousness
Hand washing may help us emotionally disconnect from past decisions. But it may also increase feelings of moral superiority.
Five Words In and You've Decided
New research suggests our brains react almost instantaneously to statements that challenge our moral values.