How Phones Compromise Our Ability to Connect
A new study shows that when people are on their phones, they smile less, affecting their ability to connect with others.
How to Avoid the Social Media Outrage Trap
Here are six ways to keep your head when the Internet loses it.
How the Media Can Help Prevent Mass Shootings
Sensationalized TV coverage of mass shootings may encourage more of them.
Are Social Media Driving Political Polarization?
Battles rage on Facebook and Twitter—but their influence on real-world politics is subtler than you might think.
Is Diversity Good for the Bottom Line?
According to a new study of professional videogaming, team diversity fuels success.
The Best Greater Good Articles of 2018
We round up the most-read Greater Good articles from the past year—and our editors pick the best of the rest.
The Top 10 Insights from the “Science of a Meaningful Life” in 2018
Our team names the most provocative and influential findings published during this past year.
Three Risks of Too Much Screen Time for Teens
You probably know that technology overuse may be damaging. But do you know why?
How Phones Compromise Our Ability to Connect
A new study shows that when people are on their phones, they smile less, affecting their ability to connect with others.
How to Avoid the Social Media Outrage Trap
Here are six ways to keep your head when the Internet loses it.
The Best Greater Good Articles of 2018
We round up the most-read Greater Good articles from the past year—and our editors pick the best of the rest.
How to Stop Romantic Comedies from Ruining Your Love Life
Romantic comedies create unrealistic expectations, but we don't have to buy into them.
Is Screen Time Toxic for Teenagers?
Screen time is a likely cause of the ongoing surge in teen depression, anxiety, and suicide.
Three Risks of Too Much Screen Time for Teens
You probably know that technology overuse may be damaging. But do you know why?
Are Social Media Driving Political Polarization?
Battles rage on Facebook and Twitter—but their influence on real-world politics is subtler than you might think.
Is Diversity Good for the Bottom Line?
According to a new study of professional videogaming, team diversity fuels success.