Even though freedom produces a better and wealthier society, people—and especially elites—have an aversion to it. Their fears, while rational, are also harmful ...

Scores on a memory test dropped as football experience rose, and the pattern held across thousands of former players. This trend was the focus of a large analysis of retired American football players ...

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The Nature of Risk in Gambling. Understanding the psychology of risk in casino games involves delving into the inherent uncertainties that characterize gambling. At its core, risk ...

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A researcher explains how AI is amplifying digital misogynoir and racist harassment against Black nonbinary voices online.

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Q: Over the past couple of years I’ve been battling severe anxiety and depression. These feelings are bad enough, but I’m concerned that I’m making life difficult for my wife ...