Articles tagged with Society
Kenneth Ferraro and Frank Infurna received the award for their innovative publications on aging and life course development. The research highlights the complexity of resilience in the face of spousal bereavement, challenging previous assumptions.
Recent study analyzes chemical makeup of tools used to create giant statues, suggesting a sophisticated society where people shared information and collaborated. The results contradict the popular narrative that Easter Island's inhabitants ran out of resources and warred themselves into extinction.
Most American preppers are influenced by mass media and government fears, preparing for short to medium-term disasters and believing society will recover afterwards. The culture of fear in the US since 9/11 and official recommendations from FEMA have contributed to this response.
According to a report from UC3M and CODERE, three out of four Spanish residents buy the Lotería de Navidad, with social pressure and custom driving purchases. The lottery's social impact is equivalent to Spain's general election participation, with annual sales reaching €2.4-3B.
Researchers Dean Falk and Charles Hildebolt question the idea that larger populations are less prone to violence. Contrary to Steven Pinker's theory, they found that war deaths scale similarly with population sizes across all levels of human society.
A new article investigates how Brexit may give rise to distinct Euro-English varieties tailored to continental European cultures and needs. Dr. Marko Mondiano suggests the UK's exit could mark a new era for the English language.
A new study suggests that individuals with high levels of creative ambition and achievement are more resilient to death concerns. Those with a record of creative achievement, coupled with high levels of creative ambition, made fewer death associations in their thought processes compared to those in the control condition.
The article discusses the intricacies of culture and identity for Tibetan Muslim refugees in India, highlighting their struggles to hold onto their identities amidst complex circumstances. Despite being granted citizenship in India, they faced economic and social challenges, further isolating their community.
A mathematical model developed at TU Wien found that the Mayans' irrigation technology may have contributed to their collapse. The study suggests that while water reservoirs can provide relief during droughts, they may also make populations more vulnerable during prolonged dry spells.
Susanne Wurm, a professor of psychogerontology, has received the 2016 Baltes Foundation Award for her outstanding work on healthy aging. Her research focuses on the impact of individual views on aging and their role in shaping health outcomes.
Researchers found that social media campaigns can attract attention worldwide but do not necessarily lead to significant fundraising or action. The study suggests that the visibility of social media messages is often not matched by a corresponding increase in donations.
The €1,000,000 ASCENT project aims to improve research capacity and develop ways to make societies more resilient to disasters in vulnerable Southeast Asian countries. The three-year project will focus on preventing disasters and procedures for recovering from them.
Researchers found that people worldwide, including nomadic hunter-gatherers in Tanzania, group colors into categories similar to those used by other cultures. This study suggests a combination of nature and nurture influences color naming, revealing cultural universals despite dramatic diversity within each culture.
Researchers analyzed public reaction to Sherman's remarks, finding that professional media defended him while most Twitter commenters denounced his comments using negative racial connotations. The study highlights the need for awareness of stereotypes to prevent harmful responses.
A new study finds that veterans tend to settle in neighborhoods with greater diversity than their civilian counterparts, suggesting a long-term impact on how people choose their neighborhoods. The research controlled for various factors and found that military service may contribute to more racially integrated communities.
A study by biologists and public health experts finds that nature exposure is linked to improved human health, but the optimal dose of nature is unclear. The researchers propose a new approach to studying nature exposure through dose-response modeling, which could help develop recommendations for enhancing human health in urban areas.
Archeologists discover that mobile and sedentary Maya groups co-existed and collaborated on construction projects, participating in public ceremonies. This finding challenges the idea that sedentary and mobile communities were separate.
A new study reveals that actresses face career decline if they work with less connected, homogeneous groups featuring mostly men, highlighting the need for diverse networks outside their circle
A Concordia University study found that individuals from collectivist societies generate fewer ideas but with higher quality, while those from individualistic countries produce more ideas but with lower quality. The study suggests that understanding cultural differences is crucial for maximizing productivity in international teams.
A new model called empathic partnership aims to create safe and effective partnerships between primary care practitioners and their patients. The framework encourages caregivers to adopt six key elements: reflection, environment, language, knowledge, partnership, and empathy.
The North American Menopause Society (NAMS) has published its first comprehensive set of evidence-based recommendations for the care of midlife women. The guide covers over 50 key topics, including vasomotor symptoms and osteoporosis, providing practical advice for clinicians and patients.
The new term GSM describes the complex genital, sexual, and urinary symptoms women experience after menopause. By standardizing a physical examination tool, healthcare providers can diagnose and treat these conditions more accurately and effectively.
A new University of Akron study reveals that increased workloads and less satisfying job duties during the Great Recession had little direct effect on the health of workers who survived job cuts. Instead, these workers were already accustomed to coping with stressful environments.
A new study published in Armed Forces & Society found that female enlistees and veterans are less likely to drink than their civilian counterparts. The research suggests that the threat of sexual harassment and assault may contribute to this difference, with women potentially abstaining from alcohol to justify their military service.
A new study suggests that how one compares weight-wise with others in their community impacts life satisfaction. In areas with high obesity rates, being 'normal weight' has little benefit, while the difference between obese and non-obese individuals' life satisfaction is smaller.
A new study in the Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine found that NHS staff's willingness to recommend their organization is influenced by concerns about reliability, clinical care, and management. Staff highlighted structural issues like under-staffing, poorly designed systems, and lack of resources as major concerns.
A computer system called SIMULFIS was developed to simulate the behavior of tax evaders, incorporating conditions such as fairness and social influence. The study found that improving tax inspections is a more effective measure against tax evasion than increasing fines.
Larry Smarr, a physicist at the University of California, San Diego, has been awarded the first 2014 Golden Goose Award for his work on black hole collisions that led to a US supercomputing revolution. His team's creation of NCSA Mosaic, a precursor to web browsers, enabled modern graphical Web browsing.
Employers view visible tattoos as a stigma, perceiving them as making employees look dirty or unsavory. However, certain innocuous symbols like flowers or butterflies are seen as acceptable. The stigma surrounding tattoos is expected to decrease over time as younger generations increasingly get tattoos.
Research by Cardiff University's Dr Surhan Cam found that women with degrees were around 40% - 50% more likely to be under-employed than those with no qualifications. Qualified men were also equally at risk of under-employment as unqualified ones.
Researchers Thuc-Doan T. Nguyen and Russell W. Belk found that Vietnamese consumers achieve harmony by considering the needs of others while also prioritizing their own interests. Through a series of interviews, they discovered that Asian values such as long-term mutuality and family loyalty promote social harmony in wedding planning.
Dr. Krause has made significant contributions to the field of gerontology through his research on stress and coping mechanisms, particularly in relation to spirituality and health. He will receive the GSA's 2013 Distinguished Career Contribution to Gerontology Award at the upcoming Annual Scientific Meeting.
A University of Toronto study analyzed 1,000 characters in prime-time TV food and dining ads and found that Whites were disproportionately represented and associated with healthier foods. Blacks and East and Southeast Asians were underrepresented and negatively stereotyped in contrast.
A recent study by Brown University found that Asian Americans' neighborhoods tend to be highly segregated and affluent, unlike other minority groups. Despite this, there is little incentive for Asians to assimilate into white neighborhoods due to their own socioeconomic advantages.
Researchers found a significant association between hypertensive diseases during pregnancy and vasomotor symptoms, including hot flashes and night sweats, in middle-aged women. The study of 853 women in the Netherlands suggests a potential biological link between these conditions and cardiovascular disease risk.
A new mathematical model, based on biased assimilation, shows that polarization stems from people's tendency to accept evidence supporting their opinions and discredit opposing views. The model, developed by Stanford researchers, aims to create Internet-based social systems that counteract polarization.
A new study by a University of North Carolina sociologist found that organizations spreading negative messages about Muslims have gained traction in the media, stoking public fears and anti-Muslim sentiment. The research tracked over 50,000 TV transcripts and newspaper articles from 2001 to 2008, revealing a significant rise in negativ...
A Michigan State University sociologist argues that Russia's pursuit of liberalization has not led to democracy, but rather created a culture of greed, corruption, and disloyalty. The country's elite prioritize personal wealth over national interests, undermining its global influence.
The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) has chosen Sidney M. Stahl, PhD, as the 2012 recipient of the Donald P. Kent Award for his outstanding leadership in translating research findings into practical use. He was instrumental in establishing the NIA's national research agenda on processes linking health and behavior.
Eileen Crimmins, PhD, receives the Robert W. Kleemeier Award for her research on socioeconomic factors and life expectancy. She is recognized as an internationally acclaimed expert on aging, focusing on genetic influences, trends in mortality, morbidity, and disability
15 top medical organizations have issued a statement of agreement regarding the benefits of hormone therapy for symptomatic menopausal women. The statement concludes that hormone therapy is still an acceptable treatment for menopausal symptoms and has been endorsed by leading organizations in women's health.
A new study using surname data reveals China's population structure has been shaped by both genetic drift and large-scale migration. The research found the highest levels of surname diversity at the Yangtze River basin, which is believed to be due to multiple historical migrations.
The traditional model of scientific practice is changing with the rise of collaborations across disciplines. Expert scientists like James Collins examine how interdisciplinary approaches can help achieve science goals and explore strategies for increasing the rewards of shared knowledge production.
Researchers found that people in collectivist cultures are more likely to offer bribes, as they feel less individually responsible for their actions. In a laboratory experiment, students primed with collectivist words were more likely to offer bribes than those primed with individualist words.
Research by Brown University's US2010 Project reveals that even high-earning black and Hispanic households live in poorer neighborhoods than their white counterparts. The study found significant neighborhood gaps in median income, education, home ownership, and housing vacancy rates among these groups.
Robert Binstock, a professor at Case Western Reserve University, has made a significant impact on policies regarding aging. His research has improved the targeting of services to economically and socially disadvantaged older persons.
Researchers found that Americans struggle with financial literacy, often relying on personal experience rather than education. The study also highlights the cultural normalization of credit card use and heavy debt, which contributes to risky financial behavior.
Weill Cornell researchers highlight the importance of cultural context in medical education and patient care. They argue that social context affects what is taught and how information is received by students, leading to a diverse range of hidden curricula.
A recent study published in Gender & Society reveals that scouting manuals steer girls towards arts and crafts while discouraging scientific pursuits. Meanwhile, boys are encouraged to pursue careers like engineering and science. The findings highlight the perpetuation of gender stereotypes in scouting organizations.
A study by University of Nevada, Reno researchers finds that underemployment is a complex phenomenon with broad effects on individuals, organizations, and society. The study identifies eight dimensions of underemployment, affecting up to one in three employees, with difficult situations like the recession leading to its occurrence.
A global network to analyze the impact of science on society has been created following an international conference at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid. The network will facilitate communication and collaboration among researchers from diverse fields, including philosophy, sociology, economics, and more.
A recent Iowa State University study estimates that murder costs society approximately $17.25 million per crime, with total costs ranging from $24 million for the average murderer. The research also calculates costs for rape, armed robbery, aggravated assault, and burglary.
Researchers found chronic migraine sufferers experience higher levels of stigma, negatively impacting quality of life. The study, conducted by Dr. Jung E. Park and her team, used the Stigma Scale for Chronic Illness to assess stigma in outpatients with chronic and episodic migraines.
A study on humor in geopolitics found that disposition theory helps understand who finds certain content funny and how it shapes global worldviews. The analysis of comedian Jeff Dunham's skits on Achmed the Dead Terrorist reveals the impact of internet communication technologies on humor dissemination.
Researcher Patricia Turner finds parallels between Barack Obama's false rumors and those surrounding Snapple in the 1990s. These factors contribute to the spread of unsubstantiated hearsay and popular backlash.
Researchers Ara Norenzayan and Azim Shariff found that religious people are more likely to engage in prosocial behaviour when it enhances their reputation or when religious thoughts are freshly activated. This study suggests that religion played a vital role in the rise of large, stable societies by encouraging cooperation and trust.
A team of researchers from the University of Oregon refutes claims of Hobbit-like little people living in Palau, citing evidence of normal-sized hunters and gatherers. The study analyzed skeletal remains and cultural data dating back to around 3,500 years ago, finding no evidence of insular dwarfism or reduced stature population.
Researchers at the University of Glasgow found that cultural differences influence how people look at faces, with Westerners focusing on specific features like eyes and mouths, while Easterners focus on the nose or centre of the face. This study provides insight into why non-verbal communication between people from different cultures c...
A study at the University of Chicago found that Americans struggle to consider another person's point of view, whereas Chinese people are more adept at it. The researchers devised a game to test this ability and found that Chinese subjects quickly focused on the objects the director could see, while Americans took longer to figure it out.
Researchers found that people from preindustrial societies consistently classify colors into eight categories: red, green, yellow-or-orange, blue, purple, brown, pink, and grue. The study used data from the World Color Survey to analyze color names across 110 languages, revealing a universal framework for color perception.