Scott Weems Ph.D.

About

Scott Weems’s career began as an officer in the U.S. Coast Guard, where he served as communications officer onboard the USCGC YOCONA in Kodiak, Alaska. His travels then took him to New Orleans, Boston, Los Angeles, Annapolis, and Little Rock, earning graduate degrees in psychology, education, and creative writing along the way. He also has a Ph.D. in cognitive neuroscience from U.C.L.A. and once made a little girl cry by telling her that some people go to school until the 26th grade. scottweems.com

Books by Scott Weems Ph.D.

Recent Posts

Sexism on the Golf Course?

Sometimes golf course designers treat men and women differently—and regional trends might show up in salaries as much as golf scores.

Simple Tips for Your Golf Game

Want to improve your golf game using science? This might help.

People Are Becoming Less Smart. What Can We Do About It?

For decades, IQ scores have been rising, but no more. The question is why.

Is Multitasking Making Us Less Smart?

Multitasking is everywhere. But does it make you less smart?

Are You Playing the Right Video Games to Raise Your IQ?

Some video games can actually make you smarter. But which ones?

Six Keys to Developing Intellectual Character

Forget IQ and EQ, because there’s a smarter way to be smart.

Brain Hacking 101: Simple Steps to Improving Your IQ

Here are three specific tips for staying smart, the smart way.

Three Things to Know About “Brain Training” Programs

The research is mixed on “brain-training” programs. But there are some facts you should know.

Three Things You Can Do to Make Better Jokes

Do you want to win the New Yorker cartoon caption contest? Here's some advice (from someone else who hasn't won).

Can Humor Make You Sexist?

Do you laugh at sexist jokes? That could be a problem, or not.