Easy way to fight prejudice? Teach this simple fact, study suggests
When people watched a video highlighting the fact that all humans share 99.9% of their genes, their feelings towards individuals from different countries significantly improved.
Neutral information about Jews triggers conspiracy thinking in Trump voters, study finds
New research shows a clear partisan split: when Biden supporters encountered conspiracies, they tended to view Jewish people as having too much power, whereas Trump supporters exposed to neutral information about Jewish history became more prone to endorsing conspiracies.
Study: Americans vastly underestimate public support for diversity and inclusion
New research reveals that Americans dramatically underestimate the support for diversity among their fellow Americans, a misperception that may be fueling silence and inaction.
Study shows growing link between racial attitudes and anti-democratic beliefs among White Americans
A new study reveals anti-democratic beliefs among white Americans are strongly linked to racial resentment and perceived white status threat. This connection has grown stronger over the last decade.
Color-blind racial ideology linked to different romantic preferences for White and Black young adults
A study suggests racial beliefs subtly influence romance: White young adults with color-blind views favor same-race partners, whereas Black peers show diminished same-race preference
New psychology research links psychopathy and narcissism to antisemitism
A new study reveals a link between "dark" personality traits like narcissism and psychopathy, and antisemitic beliefs. Researchers suggest these ideologies may serve as a vehicle for satisfying selfish needs
Diversity initiatives trigger pro-White hiring bias in conservatives, study reveals
Recent research examines the impact of diversity messaging on hiring decisions. Findings indicate that pro-diversity cues can elicit politically motivated bias, leading to increased pro-White hiring among conservatives.
New research identifies two belief systems that shape reactions to diversity initiatives
Why do some embrace diversity initiatives while others push back against them? A new study suggests the answer lies in their underlying beliefs about how these programs work, identifying two distinct mindsets.
Is psychology getting race wrong? Harvard study reveals racial categories may not predict shared views on racism
A recent study found that while racial categories show average differences in perceptions of racism, there is just as much disagreement within groups as between them. This challenges the assumption that racial groups share cohesive views and questions common research...
Diversity initiatives heighten perceptions of anti-White bias
Research found that diversity initiatives led White Americans to perceive their racial group as less respected and valued, increasing perceptions of anti-White bias—even when objective evidence showed Whites were advantaged—suggesting diversity programs may unintentionally fuel resistance and racial grievance.
Transgender athletes’ rights was opposed by those who viewed female athletes as undeserving, study finds
A recent study found opposition to transgender athletes' inclusion in sports was more common among those with weaker interest in supporting, promoting, and watching female athletes.
Google searches for racial slurs are higher in areas where people are worried about disease
A new study has found that areas with higher pathogen stress showed increased anti-Black bias, reflected in Google searches for racial slurs, but disease avoidance motivations only partly explained this link.
The hidden pitfalls of diversity training: Lessons from recent research
Diversity training programs vary widely in effectiveness. Successful programs emphasize skills training, role-playing, and broader organizational efforts, while short, one-off, or narrowly focused initiatives often fail, sometimes creating resistance or backlash instead of fostering inclusion.
MIND diet slows cognitive decline in older adults, but effects vary by race
The MIND diet slows cognitive decline in older adults, with Black participants requiring stricter adherence for benefits. Racial and gender differences suggest broader social, lifestyle, and biological factors influence the diet's effectiveness.
Groundbreaking “hate universe” study reveals links to billions in mainstream communities
During the 2020 U.S. election, online hate networks became more interconnected and reached billions in mainstream communities, spreading hate speech further and strengthening their structure through shared content and interactions.
