Why the super-rich may take more risks than the rest of us
If we want fewer accidents, we may want to consider how we as a society value risk-taking and safety regulations rather than blaming it on individuals.
Nigel Holt, Professor of Psychology, Aberystwyth University •
conversation
June 29, 2023 • ~7 min
June 29, 2023 • ~7 min
The secret of Novak Djokovic’s record-breaking tennis success is his mental resilience – expert explains
Athletes develop resilience over time, building mental and social skills that act as a shield against the negative effects of adversity and failure.
Sahen Gupta, Lecturer in Applied Sport & Exercise Psychology, University of Portsmouth
• conversation
June 16, 2023 • ~6 min
June 16, 2023 • ~6 min
Nearly 20% of the cultural differences between societies boil down to ecological factors – new research
A number of theories try to explain how cultural differences come to be. A new study quantifies how such factors as resource abundance, population density and infectious disease risk can contribute.
Michael Varnum, Associate Professor of Psychology, Arizona State University •
conversation
June 6, 2023 • ~7 min
June 6, 2023 • ~7 min
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