A new study by NUS Medicine reveals that Singaporean families with young children successfully adapted to the pandemic's challenges, with 31% showing economic security and relational strengthening. Families with strong relational factors, such as maternal self-efficacy and quality family time, demonstrated higher relational resilience.
SourceNational University of Singapore, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine·JournalJournal of Marriage and Family·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateOct 7, 2024
A new study by economists at the University of Zurich finds that engaging in public discourse increases socially responsible market behavior regardless of participants' social norms and values. The researchers conducted three lab experiments with over 2,500 participants and observed a significant increase in trade with fair products wh...
SourceUniversity of Zurich·JournalAmerican Economic Review·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 1, 2024
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Research has shown that winners of a fight are more likely to win subsequent contests, while losers tend to lose their following fights. In humans, winner and loser effects can guide individuals to behave according to their apparent social rank.
SourceUniversity of Chicago Press Journals·JournalThe Quarterly Review of Biology·DateAug 19, 2024
A new study published in PLOS One found that most people view humor as an effective parenting tool, leading to improved relationships between parents and children. The research team surveyed 312 people aged 18-45 and discovered a correlation between a parent's use of humor and the quality of their relationship with their children.
SourcePenn State·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeSurvey·DateAug 12, 2024
A new study by Lancaster University highlights that women are more likely than men to experience 'digital overload' and burnout due to their greater use of digital technologies in both work and family lives. The research emphasizes the need for gender-egalitarian work-from-home arrangements and policies to address this issue.
SourceLancaster University·JournalCommunity Work & Family·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateAug 8, 2024
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A collection of French fashion engravings offers new insights into Samuel Pepys' life, revealing his fascination with French style and internal conflict. The prints show Pepys' efforts to demonstrate his knowledge of style within his means, despite being a moral dilemma due to English concerns about Popery and French influence.
SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalThe Seventeenth Century·DateJul 21, 2024
Researchers found that six Jamestown dogs contained Indigenous ancestry and were consumed by residents during a period of starvation. This discovery suggests complex forces at play between European colonists and Indigenous communities, revealing a more nuanced understanding of their relationship.
SourceCambridge University Press·JournalAmerican Antiquity·DateMay 21, 2024
A study by NTU Singapore and Duke-NUS found that volunteering among older adults in Singapore increases their quality of life through perceived social support. Regular volunteers reported having more control over their lives, leading to a better quality of life.
SourceNanyang Technological University·JournalThe Journals of Gerontology Series B·DateMay 8, 2024
A growing number of young adults live with their parents beyond the age of majority, raising questions about economic dependence, self-confidence, and social relations. Dr. Daniela Wybrańczyk argues that legal regulations could provide a practical solution to these issues, potentially changing the trend of delayed adulthood.
SourceSWPS University·JournalFamily & Law·DateApr 3, 2024
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Researchers at Binghamton University found that college students' term 'just talking' refers to building intimacy in a stigmatized environment. The study revealed that romance is more important to emerging adults than expected, and people who engage in 'just talking' often communicate via smartphones and social media.
SourceBinghamton University·JournalEmerging Adulthood·DateMar 19, 2024
Researchers found that bumblebees can learn multi-step tasks through social interaction, even when struggling individually. The study revealed that bees could acquire complex behaviors beyond their individual cognitive capabilities, challenging the traditional view of human exclusivity in social learning.
SourceQueen Mary University of London·JournalNature·DateMar 6, 2024
Researchers argue that current automated toxicity detection methods can improve but require human intervention to review decisions. Companies can take steps to improve working conditions and platform cultures that prioritize kindness and respect.
SourceConcordia University·JournalIEEE Technology and Society Magazine·TypeSystematic review·DateFeb 28, 2024
A new study by University of Maryland researchers found that background checks can produce inaccurate results due to flawed data and algorithmic errors. The study showed that over half of participants had false-positive errors and nearly 90% had false-negative errors on both regulated and unregulated background checks.
SourceUniversity of Maryland·JournalCriminology·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateFeb 15, 2024
A study found that exposure to emotion category words affects how brains process others' facial expressions, with culturally diverse groups showing different neural responses. The findings suggest that AI tools designed to read emotions from faces must account for cultural variation to avoid misinterpretation.
SourceFrontiers·JournalFrontiers in Psychology·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 15, 2024
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A study by Norwegian University of Science and Technology reveals that men are more jealous of sexual infidelity, while women are more jealous of emotional infidelity. People surprisingly accurately perceive jealousy responses within their own sex but struggle to understand the opposite sex.
SourceNorwegian University of Science and Technology·JournalEvolutionary Psychological Science·TypeSurvey·DateFeb 1, 2024
Patricia Saputo donates $5 million to University of Ottawa's Telfer School of Management for a new endowed chair in family enterprise, aiming to develop best practices and empower next-generation families. The gift will support long-term research projects and training programs to navigate generational transitions and market changes.
A new study of early Bronze Age examples from Luxembourg and Britain provides insights into family relationships in prehistoric communities. Genetic evidence reveals that children were buried with their biological mothers, suggesting a patrilineal descent system.
SourceJohannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz·JournalScientific Reports·DateJan 25, 2024
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A novel contamination-detection method enables faster and safer T-cell therapy production, reducing the risk for patients and speeding up treatment. The method uses cutting-edge technology to identify harmful microorganisms within 24 hours.
SourceSingapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology (SMART)·JournalMicrobiology Spectrum·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateNov 27, 2023
Researchers found that dyadic bicultural competence, the ability to navigate both cultural contexts, is associated with relationship quality. Couples with higher levels of this competence tend to experience fewer relationship challenges.
SourceBinghamton University·JournalJournal of Family Theory & Review·DateNov 13, 2023
A survey of 1,005 parents found that internet use by adolescents has both positive and negative effects, including concerns about addiction and cyberbullying. The study revealed that twice as many parents reported specific concerns about internet addiction than substance addiction.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateOct 26, 2023
A study using data from over 10,000 UK participants found that young children with warm parental relationships tend to display more socially-desirable behaviors like kindness, empathy and generosity. This association holds even after accounting for mental health factors.
SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalInternational Journal of Behavioral Development·DateOct 8, 2023
A new study by Uppsala University found that pre-school children aged 3–6 years can describe their feelings and family relationships in detail. The research suggests that children seek comfort from others when experiencing conflicts with parents, but also have positive experiences of making up after a fight.
SourceUppsala University·JournalJournal of Child and Family Studies·TypeObservational study·DateOct 5, 2023
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A sweeping analysis of over 130 traits and millions of couples reveals that birds of a feather flock together, with similarities common among partners. The study confirms the notion that genetics plays a role in shaping human relationships, debunking the idea that opposites attract.
SourceUniversity of Colorado at Boulder·JournalNature Human Behaviour·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateSep 5, 2023
Research reveals Chinese families' strong son preference can lead to daughters' emotional and financial exploitation, causing severe mental health consequences. Daughters are socialized from birth to prioritize their family's needs over their own, resulting in feelings of debt and low self-esteem.
SourceLancaster University·JournalMarketing Theory·TypeContent analysis·DateSep 1, 2023
A new study found that exposure to groups with dual social identities improves intergroup attitudes, especially when individuals identify strongly with both parts of their identity. This suggests that embracing both identities can be beneficial for minorities in terms of intergroup relations.
Mothers with a criminal record and care experience face negative judgements and excessive scrutiny due to their 'known' status. The study emphasizes the need for supportive dialogue across disciplinary boundaries to break cycles of stigma and social care involvement, focusing on safe spaces and trust-building for care-experienced mothers.
SourceLancaster University·JournalThe British Journal of Criminology·TypeCase study·DateJul 10, 2023
A game theory study from Dartmouth College reveals that being uncooperative can lead to a more equal outcome, even for the weaker party. By refusing to fully cooperate, players can resist extortion and ultimately achieve a better payoff.
SourceDartmouth College·JournalPNAS Nexus·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 27, 2023
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Researchers found that after learning about a couple's break-up, participants perceived the relationship as more obvious and negative. They also reported reinterpreting positive qualities as signs of an impending break-up.
SourceThe Polish Association of Social Psychology·JournalSocial Psychological Bulletin·DateMay 30, 2023
A nationwide VR research project is working to create diverse groups of participants to reflect real-world social dynamics. The Virtual Experience Research Accelerator (VERA) aims to provide researchers with access to large, reliable, and diverse groups for various VR research projects.
A study found that siblings who share similar 'Big Five' personality traits are more likely to leave home together. Introverted siblings were particularly likely to follow in the footsteps of their similarly introverted sibling, highlighting the role of personality similarity in this transition.
A landmark study by University of Cambridge researchers found no difference in psychological wellbeing or quality of family relationships between children born through assisted reproduction and those born naturally. However, mothers who disclosed their child's origins early on reported more positive relationships and lower anxiety and ...
SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalDevelopmental Psychology·DateApr 12, 2023
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A study of 7,500 Irish children found that harsh discipline increases the risk of developing lasting mental health problems. Children exposed to 'hostile' parenting at age three were 1.5 times likelier to have high-risk mental health symptoms by age nine.
SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalEpidemiology and Psychiatric Sciences·DateMar 30, 2023
Adolescents with positive parent-adolescent relationships exhibit favorable outcomes in young adulthood, including better physical and mental health. Investing in improving these relationships may have substantial benefits for the young adult population's overall health.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateMar 21, 2023
Research from Lancaster University found that new caregivers during COVID-19 experienced a sharp decline in their own mental health, with the most significant impact occurring during national lockdowns. Existing carers also saw a decline in mental well-being, particularly during the third lockdown.
SourceLancaster University·JournalSocial Science & Medicine·DateFeb 28, 2023
A recent study found that Black bots were perceived as more competent and human than their White and Asian counterparts in digital interactions. This challenges past research on human-to-human interactions and highlights the importance of understanding how racial stereotypes interact with artificial intelligence.
SourceUniversity of Georgia·JournalJournal of the Association for Consumer Research·DateFeb 23, 2023
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A new study reveals that parents play a crucial role in supporting their adult children through employment transitions, particularly when pursuing education. However, this support is often conditional on social norms and can reinforce existing inequalities.
SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalEuropean Sociological Review·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateFeb 21, 2023
A new study by researchers at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden found that poor coparenting relationships among fathers are linked to depression. The study suggests that screening fathers for their coparenting status during infancy and toddlerhood could help prevent mental illness in both parents and children.
SourceKarolinska Institutet·JournalJournal of Affective Disorders·DateJan 24, 2023
A recent study by North Carolina State University found that adult children in separated families receive substantially less emotional, material, and instrumental support from their parents. This often results in disadvantages for these children due to limited access to resources. The study also highlights the importance of providing a...
SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalJournal of Family Research·TypeObservational study·DateJan 10, 2023
A new study from Trinity College Dublin and WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management found that brief positive interventions, such as watching a funny video, can help employees overcome daily challenges like annoying emails or unloved tasks. This leads to increased effectiveness at work, including better engagement, creativity, and beh...
SourceTrinity College Dublin·JournalWork & Stress·TypeSurvey·DateNov 28, 2022
A new study from the University of Copenhagen found that at least 60 percent of Danes who promised to donate never followed through on their commitments. Digital payment solutions made it easier for people to delay donations, but also led to larger average cash contributions. Social pressure was identified as a key driver of charity gi...
SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - Faculty of Science·JournalJournal of Economic Behavior & Organization·DateNov 8, 2022
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Research shows that children learning to navigate complex social situations are often given mixed messages about honesty and dishonesty by their adult caregivers. The study found that adults judge blunt truth-tellers more harshly when they lie to be polite, but reward subtle truths that protect others.
SourceTaylor & Francis Group·JournalJournal of Moral Education·DateOct 12, 2022
A new study by Anglia Ruskin University found that hostile behavior from leaders can lead to co-workers adopting similar behavior, creating a toxic workplace environment. The research also discovered an association between experiencing hostile behavior and emotional exhaustion, job insecurity, and abusive peer behavior.
SourceAnglia Ruskin University·JournalFrontiers in Psychology·TypeSurvey·DateSep 30, 2022
A new study published in Current Biology found that carrying crying infants for 5 minutes can promote sleep and reduce crying. The technique, known as the Transport Response, involves steady walking followed by sitting before laying the baby down to sleep. This method offers an immediate solution for parents of newborns struggling with...
A new study by the University of Georgia found that praising children's personal traits or innate abilities can dampen their math motivation and achievement over time. Parents who focus on strategy use and effort tend to give more process-oriented responses, which are linked to better math adjustment in children.
SourceUniversity of Georgia·JournalChild Development·DateSep 7, 2022
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A study found that humble leaders in China's Teaching Research Groups improved professional development through discussions and collaboration. Teachers who rated their TRG leaders as high in humility were more likely to share their knowledge and expertise.
SourceOhio State University·JournalEducational Studies·TypeObservational study·DateAug 31, 2022
A new study explores how active parent participation can improve neonatal health and reduce parental stress. The study found that cultural attitudes, collaboration between medical staff and parents, and availability of equipment are key factors in enabling parent-infant closeness.
SourceCactus Communications·JournalPediatric Investigation·TypeSurvey·DateAug 18, 2022
Research by the American Psychological Association found that people significantly underestimate how much others will appreciate being reached out to. The study involved over 5,900 participants and explored the factors that affect appreciation for social connections.
SourceAmerican Psychological Association·JournalJournal of Personality and Social Psychology·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 11, 2022
A nationwide survey in Ghana found nearly half of adults held discriminatory attitudes towards COVID-19 survivors. This suggests a pressing need for targeted public education initiatives to address these biases.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS Global Public Health·DateJun 22, 2022
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A new study by Carnegie Mellon University found that parenting styles are a strong indicator for how people think about social issues, including education and elder care. The results suggest that helicopter parents tend to prefer paternalistic political policies, while free-range parents tend to lean towards autonomy.
SourceCarnegie Mellon University·JournalJournal of Experimental Psychology·DateJun 14, 2022
A new study found that a brief befriending-themed meditation can reduce affective polarization between Remain and Leave voters in the UK. The meditation increased perceived commonality between sides, suggesting a potential strategy to address polarization.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 11, 2022
A new study finds that asymmetrical family structures, such as single-father or single-mother households, are associated with higher delinquency rates among adolescents. In contrast, symmetrical arrangements like mother-stepfather families show lower rates of delinquent behavior.
Research by University of South Australia found that knowing the 'right' people is crucial for securing a job, while African migrants often struggle due to systemic discrimination and racism. The study highlights the importance of anti-racism work and social networks in migrant labor market integration.
SourceUniversity of South Australia·JournalAustralian Journal of Social Issues·TypeCase study·DateMar 30, 2022
A new study reveals that the giant camel Camelus knoblochi lived in Mongolia with anatomically modern humans until climate change led to its extinction. The species likely competed with its critically endangered relative, the Bactrian camel, for resources.
SourceFrontiers·JournalFrontiers in Earth Science·TypeObservational study·DateMar 24, 2022
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A recent review of 104 studies found that certain interventions can successfully support women's empowerment and gender equality in fragile and conflict-affected settings. However, few interventions had positive effects on attitudes towards women, intimate partner violence, or women's participation in decision-making processes.
SourceWiley·JournalCampbell Systematic Reviews·DateMar 9, 2022
A University of Utah-led study examines cooperation networks in the Utah State Legislature, finding that politicians tend to work with colleagues from their own political and gender groups. The researchers discovered a high rate of reciprocation, with members of the same gender increasing the likelihood of future cooperation.
SourceUniversity of Utah·JournalHuman Nature·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateFeb 17, 2022
A study by McGill University researchers found that child marriages in 14 US states violated statutory rape laws, often due to exemptions allowing sex between married couples. The research highlights the need to reexamine marital exemptions and raise the minimum legal age for marriage to avoid inconsistencies.
SourceMcGill University·JournalJournal of Adolescent Health·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateFeb 17, 2022
Researchers used Facebook data to measure cultural similarity between countries, finding associations between immigration patterns and people's food and drink interests. Countries with more immigrants showed higher cultural similarity between origin and destination countries.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeObservational study·DateFeb 9, 2022
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A genetic study published at Queen Mary University of London found that individuals with higher genetic sensitivity benefit more from couple's therapy, particularly in the long-term. The researchers used genome-wide data to assess genetic sensitivity and found that it had a significant impact on marital satisfaction over time.
SourceQueen Mary University of London·JournalJournal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 2, 2022
A new study finds that when women perceive their partner's sense of masculinity as fragile, they are more likely to fake orgasms and experience lower sexual satisfaction. This phenomenon is linked to anxiety and poorer communication in relationships. Women may prioritize protecting their partners' manhood over their own needs.
SourceSociety for Personality and Social Psychology·JournalSocial Psychological and Personality Science·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 31, 2022
The study identifies generic paths for relationship evolution, including decay, passive learning, and the formation of evolved conditions such as indifference and familiarity. Firms can leverage customized governance solutions to shape relationship trajectories, promoting learning and forbearance to increase partner familiarity.
SourceAmerican Marketing Association·JournalJournal of Marketing·DateJan 6, 2022