Economics Obesity Linked to False Perception of Food Scarcity New research from Finland finds people with a high BMI take longer to notice hidden food items. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Latest Evidence: Behavior Link Between Violent Video Games and Children A clear consensus exists among researchers that playing violent video games is a risk factor for aggressive attitudes and behavior. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice For Some Boomers, Political Affiliation A Matter of Chance New research finds a link between long-term party affiliation and the prospect of being drafted into the Vietnam War. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Raise That Pulse, Share That Link What prompts people to share information? New research suggests catalysts can include anxiety, amusement — or even a brisk walk. Tom Jacobs
Economics Warnings on Cigarette Packs May Be Counterproductive New warning labels will begin to adorn cigarette packs and advertisements. For some smokers, death-related warnings actually increase cigarettes' appeal. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice ‘Gaydar’ Accuracy Varies With Women’s Fertility Cycle New research finds women can better judge whether a man is straight as they approach peak ovulation — or are in a romantic mood. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Increasing Organ Donation with Reminders of Regret British researchers report on one promising way to get more people to agree to donate their organs after death. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Everyone’s a Critic: Babies Prefer Picasso A study of 9-month-old babies found they prefer the brighter paintings of Picasso to the subtle shadings of Monet. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Accidental Deaths Linked to Macho Code of Honor Accidental death rates are higher in states where challenges to one's masculinity are taken seriously. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Extraverts More Likely to Believe in Free Will Philosophers' views on freedom and moral responsibility are influenced by inherited personality traits. If they can’t be objective, can anyone? Tom Jacobs