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Mind-control techniques remain with us in social media, cults, AI, elsewhere, new book argues
Brainwashing is often viewed as a Cold War relic—think '60s films like "The Manchurian Candidate" and "The IPCRESS File."... Read more -
Study of adolescents shows that the urban environment influences their sense of justice and trust in institutions
A study of young people in the city of São Paulo, Brazil, reveals that adolescents living in neighborhoods with high... Read more -
Systemic sexism in academia: New study outlines the structural hurdles facing women
A collective of four female researchers from Canada, Argentina, and Germany has recently published a study in the journal BioScience... Read more -
Fewer women are choosing natural and engineering sciences in more gender-equal countries
In more gender-equal countries, girls tend to avoid natural and engineering sciences more than girls in countries with lower levels... Read more -
From pirouettes to pressure: Ballet's perfectionism problem exposed
In the world of professional ballet, every movement is scrutinized, every line of the body judged. For many dancers, the... Read more -
Nostalgic foods and scents like fresh-cut grass and hamburgers grilling bring comfort, connection and well-being
Walking around my neighborhood in the evening, I am hit by the smells of summer: fresh-cut grass, hamburgers grilling and... Read more -
Student absences rose amid heightened immigration enforcement, study shows
Amid a recent surge of federal immigration enforcement activity, educators across the country are reporting growing concerns that immigrant families... Read more -
Where the gender bias grows: Coming-of-age novels rife with stereotypes
Coming-of-age novels can give readers young and old insight into their own evolving identity and how to navigate a confusing,... Read more -
New research shows Australians see influencers as major sources of misinformation
As consumption of traditional news continues to fall, audiences are turning to social media personalities and influencers for their information.... Read more -
Report reveals Western views of Africa are based on stereotypes of poverty, corruption and nature
A new report by a University of Bath psychologist has revealed that everyday perceptions of Africa in the U.K. and... Read more -
Australians in the bush want tougher penalties on crime. Here's why—and what's needed now
New research has found that while Australians generally support strong punishments, people living in the bush are significantly more likely... Read more -
There's a new ban on vaping in childcare centers, but what else do we need to keep kids safe?
On Monday, the federal government announced new rules to boost safety in the early childhood sector.... Read more -
New book guides school leaders to reform discipline practices
A new book, "Suspended Futures: Transforming Racial Inequities in School Discipline," guides K-12 education decision-makers in reducing racial disparities in... Read more -
The European Huns had ancient Siberian roots, linguistic study reveals
New linguistic findings show that the European Huns had Paleo-Siberian ancestors and do not, as previously assumed, originate from Turkic-speaking... Read more -
Co-creating worldviews boosts couples' life meaning, study suggests
Fostering shared understanding between romantic partners may be a powerful way for people to navigate uncertainty and build a more... Read more
