Behavior

The pandemic pushed researchers into new forms of rapid communication and collaboration

Humans evolved to be interdependent, not self-sufficient

Although children are prime targets, educators cannot figure out how best to teach them to separate fact from fiction

This style of speech helps infants learn, but romantic adults use it as a way to show affection

Individuals often overestimate how harshly others judge a messy, chaotic life

An exercise pill might one day produce health gains without the exertional pain

Some people are more “task-oriented,” while others focus more on making social connections

Highly impulsive people who lean conservative are more likely to share false news stories. They have a desire to create chaos and won’t be deterred by fact-checkers

Individuals often overestimate how harshly others judge them. But self-compassion can help build a more balanced, healthy perspective

Sourdough, seeds, shovels and other basic survival needs made a comeback