Political polarization is at an all time high, and many polls have focused on the differences between Democrats and Republicans. This post puts a more positive spin on some of the findings.
Continue ReadingWhy are there so many two-factor theories in psychology? In this post, I explore the effects of dichotomous thinking and novelty requirements in academia.
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Continue ReadingSocial proof is the idea that when we hear that a lot of people are doing something, we will be more likely to behave similarly. Its effects are widespread and diverse, and you can use it to your advantage.
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