Gen Z and conservatives show higher misinformation susceptibility, large-scale study finds
New research involving over 66,000 people profiled misinformation susceptibility worldwide. Findings suggest Generation Z, non-males, the less educated, and conservatives struggle more with discerning fake news.
New study suggests entertainment is key to populist political success
Populism may be powered by "popcorn politics," as new studies show voters are more drawn to entertaining leaders who stir emotions and challenge elites.
People with high self-control prefer meaning over pleasure, study finds
A new study finds that people with high self-control prefer meaningful experiences, while those attuned to pleasure seek enjoyment in the moment.
Why people with autism struggle to get hired
New research shows that social behaviors often misunderstood by interviewers can overshadow qualifications, leading to unfair hiring decisions.
Intellectually humble people show heightened empathic accuracy and emotional resilience
Intellectual humility may foster both empathy and emotional resilience, a new study suggests.
Media habits predict vaccination and trust in science — and not always how you’d expect
A new study finds that the mix of media people consume can predict whether they get vaccinated against COVID-19 and how much they trust science—sometimes in unexpected ways.
Narcissistic people are more likely to feel ostracized and misread social cues
Despite their swagger, narcissistic individuals often misread social interactions as rejection, reinforcing feelings of exclusion and insecurity.
Authoritarian minds may be primed for conspiracy beliefs, study suggests
Contrary to popular belief, conspiracy theories may not drive democratic decline—rather, those who reject democracy seem more prone to conspiratorial thinking.
Sadness “leaks” into social behavior and physiology—and men may overcompensate
A new study finds that sadness can leave a trace—even in silent body language and physiology.
Incel forum users arrive angry—and their language gets more extreme over time
A study of incel forum activity reveals high levels of anger and violent language, with users bringing these tendencies with them from elsewhere online.
Are sheriffs easing off traffic tickets to sway voters? New study says yes
Traffic fine revenues drop during sheriff elections, hinting at strategic enforcement tied to reelection efforts.
Political conservatism increasingly linked to generalized prejudice in the United States
Racism, sexism, and other biases are growing more closely linked, especially among politically conservative Americans, according to a new study.
Some with psychopathic traits stay out of trouble — here’s what may explain the difference
A new study finds that early life experiences can influence whether people high in psychopathy engage in criminal behavior.
Men underestimate each other’s willingness to seek help for depression, study finds
Many men wrongly assume other men are unwilling to seek help for depression, which may discourage them from seeking help themselves, new research shows.
New study reveals “striking” political divide in who trusts their doctor
A partisan divide has emerged in how Americans trust their doctors. New research suggests Democrats are now more likely than Republicans to rely on and follow medical advice.
