Overcoming the Biases That Come Between Us
It is vital for us to try harder and try smarter to understand others—especially these days.
Psychology
The Paradox of Helping: Endorsing for Others What We Oppose for Ourselves
A homeless person approaches you during the lunchtime hour, appealing for a few dollars to buy lunch. You are moved to help, but you have a choice.
Psychologists Go to War
The work of a key group of psychologists initiated the largest program of psychological testing attempted to that date, but also provided powerful impetus for two movements: the call for immigration quotas and the sterilization of the feebleminded.
Understanding Social Class as Culture
One of the key psychological sources of growing inequality seems to lie in the differences between the culture and norms of the middle class and those of the working class.
People Favor Naturals Over Strivers—Even Though They Say Otherwise
Our society is deeply conflicted about the source of excellence. On one hand, we are fascinated with child prodigies. On the other hand, we love a good “overcoming adversity” story.
Does Culture Shape Our Underlying Tendencies Toward Dishonesty?
The world is full of grays: good people sometimes break the rules. Behaving dishonestly has its rewards.