social norms

Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·September 23, 2019

New study on sharing shows social norms play a role in decision making

Influence of social norms shapes a child's desire to share by the age of eight. Read More

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Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·August 15, 2019

Testosterone has a complicated relationship with moral reasoning

Contrary to popular belief, a new study reveals higher levels of testosterone may make people more sensitive to moral norms. Read More

Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·April 18, 2019

How superstitions spread

A new game theory model demonstrates how superstitious beliefs become established in a society's social norms. The model shows how distinct belief systems can evolve as a coordinated set of behaviors which are enforced by a consistent set of social norms. Read More

This is a drawing of two heads with the word empathy under them

Featured Psychology

·April 9, 2019

Empathy and cooperation go hand in hand

A capacity for empathy is key in sustaining cooperation between a social group. Findings reveal empathy can evolve through a process of social contagion. Read More

Featured Psychology

·October 6, 2017

Changing Behaviors May Be Easier When People See Norms Changing

People are more likely to adapt their behavior if they believe their actions are reflective of how society is changing, a new study reports. Read More