
Free Will Is Only an Illusion if You Are, Too
New research findings, combined with philosophy, suggest free will is real but may not operate in the ways people expect
New research findings, combined with philosophy, suggest free will is real but may not operate in the ways people expect
In good news, our reactions to stressful events improve as we age. But living in uncertain times will still take a toll
People who engage in random acts of kindness may not fully recognize the impact of their behavior on others
When people argue, a kind of frustration called persuasion fatigue can cloud their judgment and harm relationships
Research suggests platform designs make us lose track of time spent on them and can heighten conflicts, and then we feel upset with ourselves
People who prioritize “meaning” when they shop may unwittingly convince themselves to buy cheaper goods, services and experiences
Social scientists, using haunted houses to understand our experiences of fear, have learned that friends make things very scary
Poor sleep impairs brain areas that are key to social engagement, but more zzz’s can boost kind behavior
Society’s stereotypes can slip into communication in subtle ways
Multiple strategies—including speech therapy—can help those whose voice and gender identity are not aligned and can improve their quality of life
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