For Kids With Low Self-Esteem, Excessive Praise Has Unintended Consequences
New research from the Netherlands finds inflated acclaim for kids’ accomplishments can backfire as a motivational tool.
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Sure, I’m Behind Bars, But I’m Still Morally Superior to You
The belief we’re better than the average person holds true even for convicts.
Why You Can’t Stop Perusing Your Facebook Profile
New research suggests regularly checking your Facebook profile doesn’t make you narcissistic—just human.
The Benefits of Bonding with Batman
Men who develop an emotional connection with a superhero apparently assume the character’s self-confident body image.
‘Power Gloat’ Ready to Take the Field
Back in 2010 we told you about how “power poses”—open, expansive positions of the body—actually made test subjects…
Generic Products Lower Users’ Self-Worth
New research finds using bargain-brand products may deflate your self-image.
Power Poses Really Work
Researchers find that assuming a powerful body position helps you feel powerful, act more self-confident and raise testosterone.
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.
Academics Like to Play With Barbies, Too
It being that bit of plastic perfection's 50th birthday today, Miller-McCune.com takes a look at the wealth of research on Barbie.