Social Sciences

As consumption of traditional news continues to fall, audiences are turning to social media personalities and influencers for their information. These figures are increasingly shaping public debates.This post was originally published on this site

A new report by a University of Bath psychologist has revealed that everyday perceptions of Africa in the U.K. and the U.S. are still largely shaped by outdated and negative stereotypes—with profound consequences for how […]

New research has found that while Australians generally support strong punishments, people living in the bush are significantly more likely than city-dwellers to want to punish more harshly those who break the law.This post was […]

On Monday, the federal government announced new rules to boost safety in the early childhood sector.This post was originally published on this site

A new book, “Suspended Futures: Transforming Racial Inequities in School Discipline,” guides K-12 education decision-makers in reducing racial disparities in school discipline.This post was originally published on this site

When featuring models with disabilities in advertising, brands walk a fine line—how should they convey a message of inclusivity without coming across as exploitative and insensitive? The underrepresentation of people with disabilities in media adds […]

New linguistic findings show that the European Huns had Paleo-Siberian ancestors and do not, as previously assumed, originate from Turkic-speaking groups. The joint study was conducted by Dr. Svenja Bonmann at the University of Cologne’s […]

Fostering shared understanding between romantic partners may be a powerful way for people to navigate uncertainty and build a more meaningful life, a study by McGill researchers suggests.This post was originally published on this site

New research by ESMT Berlin and Politecnico di Milano explores how non-experts assess scientific research proposals and reveals key implications for public participation in science funding.This post was originally published on this site

In romantic relationships, the partners’ satisfaction with their relationship can vary considerably over several days and even in the course of a single day. This is the result of a new psychological study on short-term […]