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New Research From Psychological Science
A sample of new research exploring the social effects of gossiping about deviance, sex differences in kids’ use of spatial language, and sample-size planning for accurate statistical power.
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Quality Beats Quantity in Team Communications
A team that communicates frequently isn’t necessarily communicating effectively, researchers find.
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Science Is Not a Spectator Sport
APS President Suparna Rajaram encourages scientists, from new majors to tenured professors, to help communicate the value of our science.
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How to Fight ‘Fake News’ (Warning: It Isn’t Easy)
The New York Times: No, the Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup is not being discontinued. No, Earth will not be plunged into darkness for 15 days. And, no, Katy Perry did not broker peace with the
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THE TRICK TO DEBUNKING FAKE NEWS
Pacific Standard: The ultimate weapon against such disinformation would be a less credulous public. But given our tendency to believe “facts” that confirm our biases—and for startling but unverified assertions to stick in our brains—is
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Counterarguments Are Critical to Debunking Misinformation
To correct misinformation and “fake news,” you need to provide a detailed counter-message with new information.
