How incivility spreads in the workplace
Condescending comments, put-downs and sarcasm have become commonplace in the politically charged workplace, and a new study co-authored by a…
Author Michigan State University
Fathers play a surprisingly large role in their children’s development
Fathers play a surprisingly large role in their children’s development, from language and cognitive growth in toddlerhood to social skills…
Are brain changes fueling overeating in the obese?
Obese mice are much more likely than lean mice to overeat in the presence of environmental cues, a behavior that…
Study on ideological fit examines why Clinton and Trump supporters don’t mix
Living around people with opposing political viewpoints affects your ability to form close relationships and accept other perspectives – and…
Liberals, conservatives differ in response to bin Laden’s death
Conservative Americans remained unwaveringly suspicious of foreigners following Osama bin Laden’s death, while liberals dropped their guard briefly before returning…
Study finds helping co-workers can lead to mental and emotional exhaustion
Helping your coworkers too often can lead to mental and emotional exhaustion and hurt your job performance, a new study…
Why are blacks at higher risk for cognitive impairment?
Social and economic disadvantages play a significant role in why blacks face a much higher risk than whites of developing…
Party on(line): The link between social media and alcohol use
One of the undeniable powers of social media is its ability to influence people and their behaviors. This is especially…
Study finds ocean views are linked to better mental health
Here’s another reason to start saving for that beach house: New research suggests that residents with a view of the…
Religious rhetoric not helpful in anti-alcohol messages
Does including a religious message in a public service announcement warning of the dangers of alcohol use make a difference…
Study links gang membership and depression
Kids who decide to join gangs are more likely to be depressed and suicidal – and these mental health problems…
Displays of ethical conduct linked to abusive behavior in bosses
Is your boss ethical? Does he or she do what’s right, as opposed to what’s profitable? If so, they may…
Women tend to be more sensitive to irksome behavior than men
Women may be friendlier than men, but that doesn’t mean they like putting up with jerks. A new study led…
One in four teens are sexually harassed by their own friends online
It’s not just strangers who target children online. Kids’ own friends are sexually harassing them over the Internet, finds new…
Study ‘opens gate’ to understanding depression
A new scientific model that incorporates the myriad drivers of depression could lead to more precise treatment for an illness…