What Makes Us Help Others—the Head or the Heart?
While critics argue that empathy can be limiting, new research finds that empathy and reasoning work together to drive people to help more.
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How the Sunk Cost Fallacy Can Drive Bad Decisions
The more we’ve invested in past decisions, the more reluctant we are to bail out. But we can correct this bias by counting the costs of staying on…
Why We Have Trouble Supporting Greater Income Equality
Research suggests that psychological biases may limit support for reducing economic disparities. But there are ways to get around them.
Our Brains on Poetry
Learn how poetry can help your brain handle stress, process feelings, and spark insight.
The Benefits of Building a Shared Reality With Your Partner
Seeing the world the same way your partner does can reduce uncertainty and make life more meaningful, especially during chaotic times.
The Three Styles of Curiosity
A new study uncovers different ways we seek out information and why they might matter for our well-being and our societies.
In Memory of Three Great Psychologists We Lost in 2024
Greater Good honors Frans de Waal, Daniel Kahneman, and Philip Zimbardo.
How to Prepare Kids for Misinformation Online
Misinformation may be inescapable—so we should focus on equipping children with tools to critically assess claims on the internet.
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