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Relationships
Why Valentine’s Day Stinks and How to Love It Again

Emily Balcetis Ph.D. on February 10, 2023

Are you dreading Valentine's Day? Here's the science of what makes us dislike it and what we can do to make ourselves happy this holiday (and every other day, too).

Are you dreading Valentine's Day? Here's the science of what makes us dislike it and what we can do to make ourselves happy this holiday (and every other day, too).

Motivation
Overcoming the March Motivational Slump

Emily Balcetis Ph.D. on March 3, 2021

Have you given up on your New Year's resolutions? Half have by March. If you're looking for how to get back on track with your goals, here's how.

Have you given up on your New Year's resolutions? Half have by March. If you're looking for how to get back on track with your goals, here's how.

Bias
Why Relying on Research Experience Might Perpetuate Bias

Emily Balcetis Ph.D. on December 11, 2020

'Tis the season to review graduate program applications. Reviewers, do you know what perpetuates race-based bias? Here is one problem you might not be aware of.

'Tis the season to review graduate program applications. Reviewers, do you know what perpetuates race-based bias? Here is one problem you might not be aware of.

Psychology
Fighting Back Against Harassment

Emily Balcetis Ph.D. on February 18, 2020

Wondering how hashtags can motivate collective action to stop the spread of violence? Here's the explanation for the one-two psychological punch they bring.

Wondering how hashtags can motivate collective action to stop the spread of violence? Here's the explanation for the one-two psychological punch they bring.