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The Benefits of Introversion
By Jill Suttie | May 15, 2012Do extroverts rule the world? A new book makes the case for some alone time.
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Justice For All
By Kathleen Kenna | Spring/Summer 2005Rehabilitating inmates in America’s prisons and jails may seem like a lost cause. But one innovative program has helped them empathize with their victims and turn their lives around.
Taking Lessons from a Baby
By Sandy Naiman | Spring/Summer 2005To teach compassion and parenting skills to children, this Canadian program relies on some small instructors.
Research on the Science of Forgiveness: An Annotated Bibliography
By Adam Cohen | October 1, 2004Summaries of research on forgiveness, peace, and well-being.
Book Review: Making Good
By Jason Marsh | Fall 2004by Wendy Fischman, Becca Solomon, DeborahGreenspan, and Howard Gardner
Harvard University Press, 2004, 208 pages
Gaming the School System
By Matthew Wheeland | Fall 2004Thanks to one program, students have found that resolving their differences can be all fun and games.
The Choice to Forgive
By Fred Luskin | Fall 2004Forgiveness takes practice, says Fred Luskin, but it's a skill almost anyone can learn. He shares his research-tested method for helping people give up their grudges.
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How to Foster Group Creativity
April 11, 2012In the second of a two-part conversation, Imagine author Jonah Lehrer explains how science can help teams become more creative.
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You’re Never Too Old to Build Emotional Intelligence
April 24, 2012A recent study suggests we can learn to regulate and manage our emotions even after we’re reached adulthood.
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How to Relieve Stress
March 22, 2012Robert M. Sapolsky explains why stress can become a chronic problem—and how we can reduce the toll it takes on our lives.
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Five Lessons in Human Goodness from “The Hunger Games”
April 18, 2012The plot of the new film sounds cynical. But it reveals a surprising amount about the science of human goodness.
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Lessons in Creativity from Caine’s Arcade
May 1, 2012The latest viral video sensation is more than a portrait of a cute and creative kid. It's a guide to how we can nurture kids' imagination.
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How to Heal the Angry Brain
May 8, 2012A new book reveals how understanding the way your brain works can help you control anger and aggression.
How to Keep Your Child Safe (and Happy) Online, Part 1
May 14, 2012Tips for helping kids navigate the social media minefield
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