Social Sciences

Work, shopping, church and the pub kept different classes apart far more than ‘residential segregation’ in 1850s Manchester, undermining key assumptions about the Industrial Revolution. Historians have long assumed that Manchester’s middle classes sheltered from […]

From getting extra cuddles to vigilant protection, many expectant parents claim their dogs behave differently during pregnancy—sometimes even before the person knew they were pregnant themselves.This post was originally published on this site

As local languages continue to disappear, Associate Professor Natsuko Nakagawa from the Faculty of Humanities is dedicated to documenting and preserving them while uncovering the linguistic principles hidden within. She also harnesses digital technology, collaborating […]

New research published in the Global Business and Economics Review suggests that we could and should be encouraging green shoots to grow in preschool-aged children regarding environmental matters.This post was originally published on this site

In the early days of the pandemic, “solidarity” became a buzzword. As COVID-19 appeared to directly threaten us all, the UK celebrated its key workers who were keeping the country running.This post was originally published […]

When we talk about diversity in business, it’s usually in moral or social terms—fairness, inclusion and representation. But our new research suggests diversity also pays off in a very practical way: helping companies make better […]

Macquarie University researchers have found social perceptions, not speech patterns, may explain why vocal fry is more often noticed—and criticized—in women.This post was originally published on this site

Suppose you’re a marketing consultant making $52,000 a year and entitled to two weeks of vacation. As a bonus, would you prefer $1,000 or an extra week off?This post was originally published on this site

Canadian immigration policy has long emphasized family reunification. In fact, most of Canada’s 200,000 yearly newcomers migrate as a couple or a family unit.This post was originally published on this site

A new global study led by the University of Jyväskylä reveals that our most emotionally resonant music tends to come from our teenage years—peaking around age 17. This pronounced pattern, known as the “reminiscence bump,” […]