Media Spotlight

Law and Crime

Exploring the Mind of Charles Manson

Romeo Vitelli Ph.D. on December 8, 2023

Explore the dark saga of Charles Manson: From the shocking 1969 murders to his complex psychiatric profile, shedding light on the roots of modern extremism.

Explore the dark saga of Charles Manson: From the shocking 1969 murders to his complex psychiatric profile, shedding light on the roots of modern extremism.

Gender

Reel Talk: Gender Dynamics and the Bechdel-Wallace Test

Romeo Vitelli Ph.D. on October 25, 2023

New research applies the Bechdel-Wallace Test to 1,200 top films. The results show serious gender representation gaps.

New research applies the Bechdel-Wallace Test to 1,200 top films. The results show serious gender representation gaps.

Infidelity

6 Ways People Seek Forgiveness After Cheating

Romeo Vitelli Ph.D. on October 4, 2023

How do couples navigate the murky waters of infidelity? A new study offers a lens into the complex interplay of psychology and interpersonal relationships post-infidelity.

How do couples navigate the murky waters of infidelity? A new study offers a lens into the complex interplay of psychology and interpersonal relationships post-infidelity.

Dementia

Exercise Could Defend Against Alzheimer's Disease

Romeo Vitelli Ph.D. on August 24, 2023

Embrace movement for a brighter, healthier future: New research suggests that regular exercise might be the key to halting the progression of Alzheimer's.

Embrace movement for a brighter, healthier future: New research suggests that regular exercise might be the key to halting the progression of Alzheimer's.

Terror Management Theory

Can Terrorist Behavior Measures Predict Group Violence?

Romeo Vitelli Ph.D. on August 2, 2023

Exploring the roles of social media, groupthink, and the Trap-18 assessment tool.

Exploring the roles of social media, groupthink, and the Trap-18 assessment tool.

Memory

Squeeze Your Hands for Sharper Memory

Romeo Vitelli Ph.D. on July 12, 2023

Simple isometric exercises like squeezing a stress ball could boost memory responses across different age groups. Here's how to make every squeeze count.

Simple isometric exercises like squeezing a stress ball could boost memory responses across different age groups. Here's how to make every squeeze count.

Bias

Exploring The First-Name Effect: Racism in The Courtroom

Romeo Vitelli Ph.D. on June 30, 2023

Unmasking the unsettling link between first names and sentencing severity. A new study uncovers a hidden form of racism in our justice system.

Unmasking the unsettling link between first names and sentencing severity. A new study uncovers a hidden form of racism in our justice system.

Body Image

Superhuman Standards: How Comic Books Shape Body Ideals

Romeo Vitelli Ph.D. on June 21, 2023

How do comic book characters' hypersexualized bodies shape our perceptions of beauty? Research raises unsettling conclusions about how comic books can skew body expectations.

How do comic book characters' hypersexualized bodies shape our perceptions of beauty? Research raises unsettling conclusions about how comic books can skew body expectations.

Cognition

Lifelong Enrichment: A Key to Preserving Cognitive Health

Romeo Vitelli Ph.D. on June 13, 2023

Physical, social, and mental activities can impact cognitive function in your later years, offering surprising insights into healthy aging.

Physical, social, and mental activities can impact cognitive function in your later years, offering surprising insights into healthy aging.

Workplace Dynamics

The Robots Are Here: What Will It Mean for Job Security?

Romeo Vitelli Ph.D. on June 5, 2023

Unmasking the dual-edged sword of robots in the workplace: How can robots spike job insecurity and maladaptive behaviors, and what can companies due to fix this?

Unmasking the dual-edged sword of robots in the workplace: How can robots spike job insecurity and maladaptive behaviors, and what can companies due to fix this?

Personality

Demystifying Rape Myths: The Dark Tetrad and Masculine Norms

Romeo Vitelli Ph.D. on May 29, 2023

Dark personality traits and masculine norms play a vital role in endorsing rape myths. Discover how we can counteract these harmful attitudes.

Dark personality traits and masculine norms play a vital role in endorsing rape myths. Discover how we can counteract these harmful attitudes.

Sleep

The Dark Side of Video Gaming

Romeo Vitelli Ph.D. on May 20, 2023

Excessive gaming can stealthily sabotage someone's sleep, diet, and personal hygiene. Stay informed, and game responsibly.

Excessive gaming can stealthily sabotage someone's sleep, diet, and personal hygiene. Stay informed, and game responsibly.

Law and Crime

What's Driving the Debate Over Hate Crime Laws

Romeo Vitelli Ph.D. on May 10, 2023

New research on the complex debate over hate crime laws in the U.S. reveals how political beliefs and personal biases shape this contentious issue.

New research on the complex debate over hate crime laws in the U.S. reveals how political beliefs and personal biases shape this contentious issue.

Embarrassment

How Blame and Shame Can Fuel Depression in Rape Victims

Romeo Vitelli Ph.D. on April 30, 2023

Breaking the silence: New research shows how self-blame and victim-blaming can cause PTSD and depression in rape victims.

Breaking the silence: New research shows how self-blame and victim-blaming can cause PTSD and depression in rape victims.

Psychosis

Does Psychosis Play a Role in Most Mass Shootings?

Romeo Vitelli Ph.D. on June 12, 2022

Is mental illness a major factor in mass shootings? New research suggests that fixating on mental illness alone will do little to curb future massacres.

Is mental illness a major factor in mass shootings? New research suggests that fixating on mental illness alone will do little to curb future massacres.

Suicide

Can Mass Shootings Be Prevented?

Romeo Vitelli Ph.D. on January 31, 2022

New research helps identify "red flags" that might help prevent tragedy.

New research helps identify "red flags" that might help prevent tragedy.

How can police stop lone-wolf terrorists? Rating scales could guide police in preventing people from becoming radicalized.

Media

Is Social Media Causing a Mass Psychogenic Epidemic?

Romeo Vitelli Ph.D. on September 16, 2021

Can social media make young people believe they have a neurological disease? New research suggests that it can.

Can social media make young people believe they have a neurological disease? New research suggests that it can.

Media

Why Is Homelessness So Stigmatized?

Romeo Vitelli Ph.D. on June 5, 2021

Widespread stigma against homeless people makes it more challenging to get them the support they need.

Widespread stigma against homeless people makes it more challenging to get them the support they need.

Phishing attempts are becoming more sophisticated so it helps to be cautious about unsolicited emails, phone texts, voice messages, or mail from apparently reputable sources.