Social Justice The Mystery of Human Touch Scientists are learning more about how we process feelings of gentle touch. New discoveries published Sunday could help restore fading sensations—and ease painful hypersensitivity. John Upton
Social Justice Simple Touch Can Reduce Racial Prejudice New research points to the power of physical contact to counteract unconscious bias. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Which Sensation Is Best for Memories? In a battle of the senses, hearing loses. Paul Bisceglio
Social Justice Study: Touch on the Shoulder, Bet on the Market Can some forms of physical contact make you more likely to exhibit risk-taking behavior? So maybe the meltdown is mom's fault. Erik Hayden