Stories Tagged as
Psychology
The better side of boredom
by
Kai Ryssdal
Dec 4, 2012
Ever wonder what it really means when you're bored?
The psychology behind lines
Oct 19, 2012
We've all spent endless hours waiting in lines. What's the science behind it and how has the process changed?
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The psychology of poverty
Oct 5, 2012
One Harvard professor says being poor not only impacts people financially, but mentally as well
Teaching a hard-work ethic
Jul 27, 2012
Some people are born to be hard workers. For the rest of us, don't worry -- a good work ethic can be learned.
How young is too young to be on Facebook?
by
David Brancaccio
and Jeremy Hobson
Jun 4, 2012
In order to increase its reach, Facebook is now developing a system that would allow children under the age of 13 to play games and use the social network.
To sleep, perchance to dream... about money
Jun 1, 2012
Psychologist Michael Lennox discusses the meaning of money in your dreams.
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The brain chemical that could make you a better worker
by
David Brancaccio
and Jeremy Hobson
May 2, 2012
So we all know that some people are more motivated to work hard than others -- whether in school or at the office. But now, a new clue as to why that could be the case.
For public good, not for profit.
Why giving stuff away is good for business
Mar 26, 2012
Businesses sometimes give away stuff for free, but what's the pay-off? Harvard's Sendhil Mullainathan explains the concept of reciprocity.
The psychology behind Greg Smith's op-ed
by
Jeremy Hobson
and David Brancaccio
Mar 15, 2012
What kind of emotions and thoughts lie behind a high-profile resignation?
Wealth and the empathy problem
Feb 28, 2012
The finance world is bored of acting somber, and a new study finds that the wealthy are more likely to lie, cheat, and steal.