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Students often have the wrong idea about what their peers think is acceptable. Anastasiia Korotkova/iStock via Getty Images

July 27, 2023

To get rid of hazing, clarify what people really think is acceptable behavior and redefine what it means to be loyal

Catherine A. Sanderson, Amherst College

People often privately feel uncomfortable about bad behavior they see around them but mistakenly believe their peers don’t share their concerns.

Nebraska Cornhuskers mascot Herbie Husker pumps up the crowd during a 2015 football game. Michael Hickey/Getty Images

April 26, 2023

A tweak to the University of Nebraska’s logo shows how the once benign ‘OK’ sign has entered a ‘purgatory of meaning’

Roger J. Kreuz, University of Memphis

Hand gestures are notoriously prone to misinterpretation.

Consider some science-backed ways to keep the home fires burning in 2023. DjordjeDjurdjevic/E+ via Getty Images

December 2, 2022

7 research-based resolutions that will help strengthen your relationship in the year ahead

Gary W. Lewandowski Jr., Monmouth University

Psychology studies suggest a variety of ways you can strengthen your bond and increase your satisfaction with your partner.

Top contributors

Gary W. Lewandowski Jr.
Professor of Psychology, Monmouth University
Roger J. Kreuz
Associate Dean and Professor of Psychology, University of Memphis
Catherine A. Sanderson
Poler Family Professor and Chair of Psychology, Amherst College