Researchers found that a person's cross-sectional annual earnings taken at one point in time have greater predictive power of their 20-year long-term earnings, ahead of occupation-based classifications. A person's level of education also had slightly better predictive power.
A Baylor University study reveals that living arrangements have a more significant impact on shaping racial attitudes than congregational composition. The study found that attending white-only churches decreases comfort with non-white individuals, while living near diverse neighborhoods increases friendships across racial lines.
Scientists at Goethe University Frankfurt explore cryobiology's social and biological impacts, including 'suspended life', and study immune defense mechanisms to understand pathogens' evasion strategies.
Research published in City and Community found that straight people living in traditionally gay neighborhoods often practice subtle forms of discrimination against their gay and lesbian neighbors. Despite claiming to support gay rights, many interact with their neighbors on the street in ways that contradict those sentiments.
A study found that three key factors contributed to collective action in rescuing Tutsi during the genocide: biographical availability, socialization, and situational context. Many rescuers were older, had higher socioeconomic status, and came from families with a history of saving Tutsi.
A new study found that medical expansion and increased specialization are associated with longer life expectancy and less mortality, but pharmaceutical industry growth is linked to negative health effects. The study suggests that the growing drug industry may be contributing to the rising costs of healthcare.
Research found that women with less marital power have lower fertility autonomy and are more likely to succumb to pressure for a second child. The study highlights the need for policies to enhance women's status and address the disadvantages of childbearing
A University of Cincinnati study reveals that TV's influence on pregnancy and childbirth is stronger than many women think, with educated women downplaying its impact. However, those with lower education levels often rely on reality TV as a valuable source of information.
Researchers found that women in female-dominated workplaces face a 'women's work penalty' with worse access to flexible working arrangements. The study, published in the European Journal of Industrial Relations, suggests that low wages are accompanied by poor working conditions.
A study found that terrorist attacks do not change employers' hiring practices, despite public opinion reacting to the attacks. Ethnic discrimination against Pakistanis remains consistent before and after terrorist attacks in Norway.
Close female relatives are disproportionately viewed as difficult due to their emotional and practical support. Research found that 15% of relationships were categorized as difficult, with conflicts most often with close kin like parents, siblings, and spouses.
A Baylor University study found that combining biological and non-biological beliefs about mental illness causes can lead to increased stigma. The researchers suggest that addressing these complex views in public campaigns and policy initiatives could help reduce stigma, particularly for conditions like depression and schizophrenia.
A national survey found that many Americans support denying service to same-sex couples, but not necessarily due to religious reasons. The study also discovered surprising strong support for denying service to interracial couples, highlighting a disconnect between public views and anti-discrimination laws.
A new paper calls for cognitive researchers to engage with cultural sociology to better understand the impact of culture on poverty, ethics, and discrimination. The authors examine three prominent cognitive research models, highlighting their limitations and suggesting ways to advance research by incorporating cultural references.
A new study reveals that African-Americans experience racial stigma and stereotypes when shopping, with 80% reporting encountering racial bias. To navigate this landscape, many shoppers downplay their race or avoid certain stores altogether.
The article attributes Trump's victory to a rejection of the Democratic Party by working-class voters in the Rust Belt, citing institutions like labor unions as key factors. The author argues that regional characteristics and institutions connected these voters to national politics, explaining unusual voting behavior in 2016.
Research by René D. Flores found that Twitter data shows a shift in behavior towards anti-immigrant users, with tweets becoming more negative after Arizona Senate Bill 1070 was passed. The study used sentiment analysis to determine the impact of the law on public discourse.
A new study by Dr. Eric Jensen highlights the risks of assuming Twitter accurately reflects real life due to its unique cultural behavior and limited representativeness.
Researchers found immigrant detention centers function like jails, with inmates required to wear orange jumpsuits and color-coded by threat level. The centers are often built in remote locations, making it difficult for detainees to communicate with families or access legal assistance.
Researchers found that first-time buyers care only about finding trustworthy sellers, with trust remaining their primary concern. The core group of repeat buyers and sellers is harder to shut down, and disrupting it may be the best way to interrupt the cycle.
A new study by University of Arizona sociology doctoral student Morgan Johnstonbaugh found that US lawmakers' tweets are more closely tied to their political party affiliation than their gender. Contrary to expectations, women did not tweet significantly more about stereotypically female issues and men did not tweet more about male-ste...
A national study finds that state investments in high-tech industries pay off, even in places with less ideal prospects. Patience and modest expectations are key to success, according to University of Illinois professor Kevin Leicht.
Researchers found a 1% increase in undocumented immigration is associated with 22 fewer drug arrests and 42 fewer drunken driving arrests. The frequency of drunken driving fatalities was unaffected by unauthorized immigration rates.
A recent study by Penn State researchers found that young, U.S.-born Latino males report the highest levels of discrimination in both interpersonal and institutional contexts. The study, published in the Social Science Research journal, suggests that this group's higher expectations for inclusion and awareness of unfair treatment contr...
A Baylor University study finds that frequent prayer among older adults with a secure attachment to God improves their sense of well-being, while those with an average or weak attachment may experience mixed results. For those who perceive God as distant or untrustworthy, prayer is not associated with improved mental health.
A researcher at Lancaster University will study the impact of atmospheric technologies on airspace sovereignty and privacy using drones. The one-year fellowship aims to understand new regulations and technologies, including Amazon's drone-delivery services.
A WSU study reveals that US consumers are interested in using more renewable energy and reducing carbon emissions, with many willing to shift their appliance usage to achieve this goal. The researchers propose developing an app prototype to monitor electricity sources in real-time, empowering consumers to make informed decisions.
Researchers found that college students perform better between 11 a.m. and 9:30 p.m., with a 2:1 majority identifying as evening people. This supports recent university moves to offer more evening classes.
A UBC study found that in Shanghai, local hukou shapes individual marital choices and is a valuable attribute. Education also plays a role, with migrants more likely to marry into a household with Shanghai hukou if they have a higher education level.
Concentrated poverty in US metropolitan areas is on the rise, with 40% or more of neighborhoods below federal poverty level. The trend is linked to growing residential separation and overall increases in poverty since the early 2000s.
Unemployment significantly impacts female HIV cases among those aged 15-24 in developing nations. Young women turn to transactional sex for security and economic stability.
Climate change is driving population migration, particularly in Arctic Alaska, where rising temperatures and thawing permafrost pose significant threats. Lawrence Hamilton's research uses annual migration data to shed light on the climate contribution to this phenomenon.
A new study by University of Illinois sociologist Amelia Branigan finds that obese white female students receive worse grades than their normal-weight peers, with teachers rating them as less academically able. The relationship between obesity and academic performance is linked to educators' interactions with girls of various sizes.
A Dartmouth-led study published in Sociology of Education found that college completion rates, not student loan debt, are more strongly associated with the 'boomeranging' effect. Black youths who take on debt face a higher risk of returning home due to limited access to fair credit and economic strain.
A recent UBC study found significant variations in kindergarten vaccination rates across Metro Vancouver, with some areas having rates as low as 60%. The study used Vancouver Coastal Health data and analyzed the impact of location, school type, and other factors on vaccine coverage.
A new study from Ohio State University found that political factors, particularly presidential administrations, are the primary drivers of rising income inequality in the US. The research used IRS data to analyze economic and political factors contributing to inequality over 33 years.
Research reveals gay men employ tactics like dressing down or toning down behavior to avoid negative consequences in the workplace. They also carefully choose when and how to disclose their sexuality, using strategies like language and body language manipulation to manage their identity.
A new research project from Plymouth University aims to enhance social acceptance for prisoners through wider community engagement. The Photographic electronic Narrative (PeN) project will enable trainees to create a visual, self-reflexive narrative of their resettlement journey and engage the wider community in this process.
A new study by researchers at the University of California-Davis found that nearly 40 percent of low-wage workers worked variable hours for at least one four-month period after the start of the 2007-09 Great Recession. Workers with inconsistent work schedules earned less and were more likely to live in poverty than those with stable ho...
A nationwide study found that job satisfaction in late 20s and 30s has a significant impact on mental health in early 40s, with consistently low satisfaction linked to depression, sleep problems, and excessive worry. The study also showed that people whose job satisfaction started high but declined had more trouble sleeping and excessi...
A nationwide study found that job satisfaction in late 20s and early 30s has a significant impact on mental health by the time individuals reach their 40s. Those with consistently low or declining job satisfaction tend to experience poorer mental health, including depression, sleep problems, and excessive worry.
A study by University of Kansas researchers found that environmental organizations have shifted towards neoliberal policies, prioritizing economic expansion over radical changes. This shift has led to inadequate responses to climate change and other environmental issues.
A new study finds that starting to watch pornography is associated with a higher likelihood of divorce among married Americans, especially women. The study, which analyzed nationally representative data, suggests that viewing pornography can negatively impact marital stability under certain social conditions.
A new study by Natasha Quadlin and Long Doan found that Americans' attitudes toward household labor are influenced more by partner's sex and gender traits rather than relative income. In heterosexual couples, women were expected to handle most domestic tasks, while men were responsible for outdoor chores.
Researchers found that the September 11 attacks merged immigration and terrorism issues, heightening surveillance and racializing Latino immigrants as a threat. This merger fueled Islamophobia and led to increased deportations, with an average of 334,000 people deported per year since 2003.
A study by University of Zurich researchers found that individuals posting hate speech who used their full name were more common than anonymous trolls. Online anonymity is not a deterrent for hate speech, as it can actually increase credibility and popularity among trolls.
A study by an Indiana University sociologist suggests that conditions associated with male-dominated professions cause token women to experience high levels of stress in the workplace. Men and women exhibit similar physiological responses to stressful workplace conditions, contradicting theories that women are more sensitive to exclusion.
Research finds that former inmates empathize less with incarcerated family members due to 'empathetic inurement', a loss of emotional connection. This phenomenon affects African American men disproportionately, contradicting existing sociological theories.
Researchers found that the decline in childhood obesity rates between 2003-2004 and 2011-2012 cannot be attributed to changes in maternal or child health behaviors. Despite differences in demographics and lifestyle factors, the main reason for the drop was the lower likelihood of older children being obese compared to younger ones.
A Baylor University study finds that congregations seeking racial and ethnic diversity may experience a decline in average church attendance, with older congregations more likely to decline. New congregations started as multiracial are seen as the best opportunity for diversifying a denomination.
A new study suggests that tighter border enforcement along the US-Mexico border has led to an increase in undocumented population growth, despite spending $35 billion on security measures. The research found that greater enforcement raised costs and risks for migrants, causing them to stay longer in the US.
A study published in the American Journal of Public Health found that only 2.5% of people received help from strangers during medical emergencies, with African-Americans less likely to receive assistance. Lower-income and densely populated counties also saw low rates of bystander support.
A study by Dawn Marie Dow reveals that middle-class African American mothers employ bias-preparation strategies to address the challenges their sons face in a society that often criminalizes black bodies. These strategies include managing daily interactions, emotional expression, and physical appearance to mitigate negative stereotypes.
A new study reveals that minority groups, particularly blacks and Hispanics, experienced significant declines in homicide victimization rates from 1990-2010. The drops were more pronounced for these groups than for whites, with black-white and Hispanic-black gaps narrowing by 40% and 55%, respectively.
New research published in the Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine suggests that austerity measures in England have been associated with significant increases in mortality rates among pensioners aged 85 and over. The study found a 1.4% rise in mortality for every 3% drop in pension credit spending per beneficiary.
A new analysis by American University sociology professor Celine-Marie Pascale finds that US news media coverage following the 2011 Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster minimized health risks to the general population. Only 6% of coverage focused on health risks, framing them as low or uncertain.
A new study finds that individuals in their 60s who give advice to a wide range of people tend to see their lives as highly meaningful. In contrast, those who dispense advice to fewer types of people are less likely to report high life meaning.
Research from Purdue University reveals that childhood poverty and parental abuse can lead to a range of adult health issues, including cancer, heart disease, and smoking. The study, based on data from 1,748 adults, found that these early life experiences had a lasting impact on adult health outcomes.
A study by Georgia State University researchers found that healthcare providers' concerns about prescription drug abuse can lead to changes in prescribing and dispensing practices. The survey of nearly 6,000 health professionals revealed a majority were very concerned, but some dentists were relatively unconcerned.
A Kansas State University study found that food stores are largely unavailable in inner-city, low-income neighborhoods of smaller urban cities. The study used U.S. Census tract data to map neighborhoods according to racial composition and income, revealing a correlation between lower incomes and fewer food stores.