Behavior
Why Do People Avoid Facts That Could Help Them?
Several studies suggest that individuals widely prefer to remain ignorant about information that would benefit them when it’s painful—and sometimes when it’s pleasurable...
Stories by Francesca Gino
Behavior
Coping with ‘Death Awareness’ in the COVID-19 Era
According to terror management theory, people can have surprising reactions
Behavior
The Right Way to Talk across Divides
“Conversational receptiveness” can be learned
Behavior
When We’re Wrong, It’s Our Responsibility as Scientists to Say So
We tried to reproduce our 2012 paper on how to make people report their income more honestly—and we ended up refuting it
Behavior
How Dishonesty Drains You
Deceitful behavior diminishes our ability to read emotions, with many consequences
Behavior
How to Give Better Advice
Research reveals the common mistakes we make when trying to help
Behavior
How to Capitalize on Your Team’s Diversity
Research demonstrates the power of “cultural brokers”
Behavior
Need More Self-Control? Try a Simple Ritual
Study finds an unusual technique for eating less
Behavior
Why Hostility Can Bring People Closer Together
The surprising power of “hostile mediators”
Behavior
Why Too Much Experience Can Backfire
Sometimes expertise gets in the way of making the right call
Behavior
Darker Skies, Darker Behaviors
Why air pollution may increase crime
Behavior
Another Reason Top Managers Are Disproportionally White Men
In a discriminatory environment, those outside of power are punished for trying to help each other
Behavior
The Problem with Being a Top Performer
Research demonstrates the ways coworkers punish star employees
Behavior
Women May Find Management Positions Less Desirable
Research suggests new approaches to increasing gender diversity
Behavior
Dazzled by Creativity: Why We Excuse Dishonest Acts
If it’s unusual, maybe it’s not so bad?
Cognition
Why Meeting a First Date for Breakfast Might not Be a Bad Idea
The time of day affects how people think
Mind & Brain
Is It the Right Time for a Fresh Start?
Help is here for all those faltering New Year’s resolutions
Mind & Brain
The Surprising Benefits of Sarcasm
Sarcastic comments boost creativity, a study finds
Mind & Brain
Lean In to Be Stretched Thin?
One reason for fewer women in positions of power: They have more goals in life
Mind & Brain
The Must-Have Effect: When an Upgrade is Available, People Tend to Break What They'd Like to Replace
Research suggests you might have dropped that cellphone on purpose
