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Introducing a New Podcast: “Opinion Science”!

April 20, 2020 by Andy

Hi, everyone. Yes, it’s been a while since I’ve posted a new article around here. … (Full Post)

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Muslim Ban Protest

American Values and Changing Opinions on the Muslim Ban

January 16, 2018January 14, 2018 by Andy

It’s not very often that public opinion quickly shows noticeable change. Although people’s opinions can … (Full Post)

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Science Denial

Science Denial on Both Sides of the Aisle

October 10, 2017September 27, 2017 by Andy

As someone with a long history of loving science, it can be infuriating to see … (Full Post)

Categories BlogTags ideology, motivated cognition, motivated reasoning, Social Cognition1 Comment
Hurricane Katrina

Helping When Disaster Strikes

October 3, 2017October 1, 2017 by Andy

September didn’t hold back in the natural disaster department. From Hurricane Harvey’s effects in Houston to … (Full Post)

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How to Talk About Racism

How to Talk About Racism

September 12, 2017September 12, 2017 by Andy

Bring up racism at a party and don’t be surprised if people would rather shy … (Full Post)

Categories BlogTags communication, Prejudice, racism, Social Cognition, teachingLeave a comment
confirmation bias

We Believe Information We Like: A New Take on Confirmation Bias

August 29, 2017August 28, 2017 by Andy

You’ve probably heard of confirmation bias before. It’s one of those technical psychology terms that made … (Full Post)

Categories BlogTags beliefs, confirmation bias, political psychology1 Comment
Psychological Benefits of Nature

Psychological Benefits of Nature Go Unappreciated

July 5, 2017 by Andy

It’s been a little while since my last post because I’ve been enjoying the summer … (Full Post)

Categories BlogTags affective forecasting, emotion, nature1 Comment
Approaches to Diversity

Approaches to Diversity: Colorblindness vs. Multiculturalism

May 30, 2017May 1, 2017 by Andy

In an ever more diverse society, people are faced with the question: what is the … (Full Post)

Categories BlogTags discrimination, diversity, ideology, Prejudice, social interactions, stereotyping4 Comments
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Indifference to Tragedy in the Age of Constant Coverage

May 16, 2017May 1, 2017 by Andy

Watching the news can be depressing. Sure, there are plenty of wonderful things in the … (Full Post)

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The Power of a Smile

May 2, 2017May 2, 2017 by Andy

As photos from my adolescent years will attest, I’ve never been one for smiling on … (Full Post)

Categories BlogTags emotion, emotions, face, happiness, well-being4 Comments
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