Behind the Mask: The Myth of the Psychopath
The idea of the psychopath is both comforting and dangerous. The Myth of the Born Criminal helps explain why.
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Research Shows Why Misty Copeland Is So Important
Children fare better when they see adults of their race and gender succeed in the world.
The Huge Victory for LGBT Rights Everyone Missed Amidst the Same-Sex Marriage Celebration
A New Jersey jury just struck a blow against the dangerous way too many Americans think about homosexuality.
The Game Slowed Down
Athletes often claim that their breakthroughs come when a game starts unfolding at a slower pace. Can psychology explain the phenomenon they're describing?
The Natural Human Psychology Behind Being Anti-GMO
It's normal and natural to be disgusted by GMOs, but that doesn't mean it's right.
The 30 Top Thinkers Under 30: The Lover of Music, Travel, and Dance Infusing Art and Creativity Into Public Policy
We canvassed the world of the social and behavioral sciences, looking for rising stars whose careers promise to make a lasting mark. We'll be profiling the top 30 throughout the month of April.
The 30 Top Thinkers Under 30: The Young Professor Studying Why More Women and Minorities Don’t Pursue Science
We canvassed the world of the social and behavioral sciences, looking for rising stars whose careers promise to make a lasting mark. We'll be profiling the top 30 throughout the month of April.