Are Merit-Based Systems Actually Fair?
A new study finds that hearing about socioeconomic advantages and disadvantages makes people less supportive of meritocracy—no matter their…
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A new study finds that hearing about socioeconomic advantages and disadvantages makes people less supportive of meritocracy—no matter their…
Recent research and memoirs have a message: Ending bad marriages can dramatically improve women’s mental and even physical health.
Stigma from their families and society can hurt the mental health of LGBTQ+ Latinos. How do we promote more acceptance?
A political philosopher explains the two types of polarization, and why what's happening in the U.S. is dangerous.
A new study shows that Americans in midlife are lonelier than previous generations and counterparts in other countries. What can we do to…
If we want to build a more equitable society, we need to cultivate the courage required for difficult conversations about race.
A new book highlights people who have chosen to create intimate, long-term partnerships with friends to enrich their lives.
In a new book, a seasoned negotiator outlines how to move through conflict effectively, even in the most intractable situations.
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