Episodes (Page 14)
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Suicide rates are increasing, especially among young people.
Jill Harkavy
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Exploring the science behind what makes things funny.
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Disease threat has shaped human evolution and behavior.
Mark Schaller
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COVID-19 highlights the importance of the sense of smell.
Pamela Dalton
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One year into the pandemic, mental health tolls are significant.
Vaile Wright
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Meditation's ancient practices are now scientifically studied.
Richard Davidson
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Twins offer unique insights into nature vs. nurture.
Nancy Segal
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Humans have a long childhood, crucial for species development.
Alison Gopnik
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Psychologists research romance, attraction, and relationship success.
Gary Lewandowski
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The promise and controversy of 'brain training' games.
Aaron Seitz
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Prosopagnosia, or face blindness, affects how individuals perceive faces.
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Positive psychology studies strengths for individual and community thriving.
Martin Seligman
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Conspiracy theories are prevalent, especially around major events.
Karen Douglas
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Habits strongly influence behavior, making resolutions difficult.
Wendy Wood
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Boredom is explored as a surprisingly interesting psychological state.
Erin Westgate
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American politics is characterized by deep partisan animosity.
Eli Finkel
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The Cummings Center preserves historical psychology artifacts.
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The holiday season can bring stress and the 'holiday blues'.
Elaine Rodino
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Workplace diversity training aims to foster understanding.
Calvin Lai
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Young adults (Gen Z) report high levels of stress.
Emma Adam