In Disney Films, Beauty Is Far From Beastly
Disney’s animated films perpetuate the stereotype that beautiful people are smart, superior and successful, according to new research.
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A New Take on Political Ideology
An evolutionary psychologist proposes a new framework for understanding the root causes of our political beliefs.
Halloween Horrors and Common Sense
Mythology aside, not everyone who listened to that famous ‘War of the Worlds’ radio broadcast went bonkers.
Threats to Self-Worth Spur Credit Card Use
New psychological research finds credit cards make people more likely to bolster their fragile egos by purchasing luxury items.
Shouts Banish Doubts
New research suggests one reason our political discourse is so loud and angry: Planting seeds of doubt leads people to more vigorously advocate for their cherished beliefs.
Choosing a Mate, Selecting a Chair
A design researcher suggests people look for the same qualities in products as they do in their partners.
Fad Diets: A Losing Battle
Fad dieting failures reveal Americans attitudes toward food and themselves.
Accusations of Sexism Spur Greater Sensitivity
New research finds confronting a man about his sexist language can have surprisingly positive results.
For Elderly, Conservative Beliefs Buffer Self-Esteem
New research finds the elderly have a psychological incentive to embrace cultural conservatism: Such beliefs prop up their self-esteem.
Menstruation and the Mall
Women are more likely to engage in problematic shopping behaviors during certain times in their menstruation cycle, according to newly published research.