From the Missouri University of Science and Technology press release: “Stop playing that stupid video game and get a job.” It’s a sentiment expressed by generations of parents since Pong began invading unsuspecting households in…
From the University of Georgia press release: Negotiations work best when both sides have matching personality traits — even if they’re both disagreeable — according to research from the University of Georgia Terry College of…
From the PLOS press release: People tend to unconsciously imitate others’ prudent, impatient or lazy attitudes, according to a study published in PLOS Computational Biology. “Prudence,” “impatience” or “laziness” are typically thought of as entrenched…
From the NC State University press release via EurekAlert!: Employers are increasingly using Facebook to screen job applicants and weed out candidates they think have undesirable traits. But a new study from North Carolina State…
From the University of Michigan press release via EurekAlert!: Facebook is a mirror and Twitter is a megaphone, according to a new University of Michigan study exploring how social media reflect and amplify the culture’s…
From the Association for Psychological Science press release: People who gain weight are more likely to give in to temptations but also are more thoughtful about their actions, according to a new study published in…
From the BI Norwegian Business School press release via AlphaGalileo: Management teams with members who have strong personality traits have difficulty adapting to rapid changes in their surroundings, according to new study. Companies and organisations…
From the Association for Psychological Science press release: Think of a stereotypical salesperson and you’re likely to conjure up someone who’s extraverted, gregarious, and assertive. But a new study reveals that “ambiverts,” people who are…
From the Oregon State University press release: When companies put a human face on their brand, the public usually responds positively. This advertising approach has brought us alarm clocks with sleepy faces and color-coated chocolate…
From the Association for Psychological Science press release via HealthCanal: Conservatives and liberals don’t just differ when it comes to politics, they may also make different purchases at the grocery store, according to new research…