The Right Way to Talk across Divides
“Conversational receptiveness” can be learned
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Signs of Modern Human Cognition Were Found in an Indonesian Cave
Painted images of intriguing human-animal hybrids are signs of modern thought
The Problem with Telling Children They’re Better Than Others
There is a superior way to motivate kids and make them feel proud about their accomplishments
Connecting with Voters in a Time of Social Distancing
Research suggests a powerful way to get out the vote without having to canvas in person
Treating “Moral” Injuries
A potentially debilitating condition in veterans, distinct from PTSD, results from crossing moral lines
A Clever Way to Reduce Drinking on Campus
Making advice seem “random” reduces resistance, a study shows
How to Prevent Loneliness in a Time of Social Distancing
Here’s advice for preserving your mental health while avoiding physical proximity
Does Music Boost Your Cognitive Performance?
The answer depends on your personality
The Underappreciated Geniuses among Us
In The Genius of Women, journalist Janice Kaplan celebrates stories of pure brilliance that most people have never heard
The Perils of “Survivorship Bias”
Computational and behavioral scientist Sendhil Mullainathan describes how to avoid a common fault in reasoning
