How Feeling Socially Connected Can Help With Chronic Pain
A new study finds that people who have a greater sense of connection and belonging seem to experience pain differently.
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How Educators Can Get Comfortable With Intellectual Humility
Explore several pathways to more humble, open-minded learning experiences—for yourself and your students.
To Bridge Divides, We Might First Need to Agree on Language
A new study finds that we don't even agree about the definitions of concepts like "whale" and "dog"—which might explain why we talk past each other.
What Art Does for Your Brain
A new book explores how making and appreciating art makes you happier and healthier.
Debunking the Myths of Gun Violence Could Help Prevent It
According to psychologist Tage Rai, many perpetrators of police brutality and gun violence believe they're doing the right thing.
Temple Grandin Shares Her Journey With Autism
Animal behaviorist Temple Grandin explains what helped her become successful and how parents can help their own autistic children.
The Superpowers of Sensitive People
A new book explains how sensitivity can be an asset in life—as long as you learn how to manage emotional and physical overwhelm.
The Emotional Life of Animals—And What It Means for Us
Rather than debate how smart animals are, we should care for them because of their capacity to feel—and perhaps even have spiritual lives.