Racial discrimination ages Black Americans faster, according to a 25-year-long study of families
A study of 800 Black American families shows early experiences of racism have long-term consequences for physical and mental health.
Sierra Carter, Assistant Professor of Psychology, Georgia State University
• conversation
Nov. 17, 2020 • ~5 min
Nov. 17, 2020 • ~5 min
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Sick of COVID-19? Here's why you might have pandemic fatigue
It's draining and depressing to stay on high alert month after month after month. Understanding pandemic fatigue better might help you strengthen your resolve.
Jay Maddock, Professor of Public Health, Texas A&M University •
conversation
Oct. 23, 2020 • ~8 min
Oct. 23, 2020 • ~8 min
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Mandatory face masks might lull people into taking more coronavirus risks
Policies meant to improve public health – like mandatory face masks during the coronavirus pandemic – need to take into account how people might adjust other behaviors in response.
Konrad Grabiszewski, Associate Professor of Economics, Prince Mohammad Bin Salman College (MBSC) of Business & Entrepreneurship •
conversation
July 20, 2020 • ~6 min
July 20, 2020 • ~6 min
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How people react to the threat of disease could mean COVID-19 is reshaping personalities
Human psychology has evolved to avoid situations that could lead to infection. Behavioral choices now could have long-term effects on how people interact with others and the world.
Vivian Zayas, Associate Professor of Psychology, Cornell University •
conversation
May 4, 2020 • ~10 min
May 4, 2020 • ~10 min
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