Why facts backfire in political debates, and what psychology says works to bridge divides and prevent radicalization.

Some psychologists here have been advocating for mandatory registration to ensure patient safety. Read more at ...

Americans are ditching traditional books for audiobooks, with daily listening up 167% since 2016. But does the popular travel pastime count as reading? Experts weigh in.

While the rest of us debate whether to tackle the dishes now or later, these individuals experience a visceral, almost primal need to restore order — a compulsion that has nothing to do with ...

“We are living in a culture awash in apocalyptic imagery,” he says. “What we found is that apocalyptic thinking isn’t reserved for radical or fringe movements. These beliefs are held widely across ...

Eric Deters , Daniel Cameron, Kelly Craft, Ryan Quarles, Alan Keck at the Governor (Republican) debate at KET on Monday May 1, 2023 in Lexington, Ky. Mark Mahan With three months to go until the May ...

In previous posts, I have discussed principles of constructive dialogue and reasoned argument. If we are willing, first, to listen to another person’s concerns, then, to consider the most reasonable ...

In February, Congress debated the SAVE Act which forces states to fortify voter ID requirements. The act, described by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer as “Jim Crow 2.0” may limit voting access ...

CHICAGO — WGN News will host a debate Thursday, February 19 between the leading candidates running for the Democratic Party nomination for United States Senator from Illinois. “Your Local Election ...

Aria Dean talks about theorizing the post-internet era and digging into Black art history for 'The Color Scheme.' Aria Dean, The Color Scheme (2025). Performance view, Abrons Arts Center; a Performa ...

Students around the country have staged school walkouts in the last month to protest federal immigration enforcement tactics—drawing concerns about their safety from school administrators and ...

Steve Hilton made the best impression on audiences during California’s first gubernatorial debate Tuesday, according to an instant audience poll conducted by Fox Local. Some viewers were shocked by ...