Are Chimps Less Likely to Steal From Friends?
Chimps steal less from friends and expect them to do the same, providing a look into how chimpanzee emotions may be similar to our own.
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Why Friendships Matter More Than We Think
In a world that emphasizes romantic relationships, we explore the science of friendships in humans and our primate relatives— how we make them and…
In Memory of Three Great Psychologists We Lost in 2024
Greater Good honors Frans de Waal, Daniel Kahneman, and Philip Zimbardo.
What Do Dreams Look Like Across Cultures?
Research that explores the evolution of dreaming reveals what our dreams have in common, and what purpose they might serve.
Greater Good Resources for Peace and Conflict
We gathered articles that explore the roots of peace, war, and reconciliation; offer resources for well-being and activism; and remind us of human…
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.
How Biology Prepares Us for Love and Connection
Our brains and bodies are wired for empathy, cooperation, generosity, and connection.
To Resolve Conflicts, Get Up and Move
Researcher Peter T. Coleman has found an unlikely path to peace: Move your body to help your mind get unstuck.
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