A behavioral economist explains why a resolution to lose weight is a bad idea, and suggests something better
Psychology
Economist: ‘Tis the Season to Break Up
If you find yourself unexpectedly single this week, then you are not alone. Evidence culled from Facebook status updates finds that the phrase “we broke up because …” is more popular in the two weeks before the Christmas …
Co-Author of Affluenza: “I’m Appalled by the Ethan Couch Decision”
But his actions do reflect our national affliction that exalts consumerism above other values
Psychologist: “Affluenza” is Junk Science
There are many legitimate conditions that might explain terrible teen behavior, but being too rich is not one of them.
Why It’s Important to Listen to the Sandy Hook 911 Tapes
Covering our ears will not make an ugly reality disappear, but paying close attention might make our response to it more rational
Two Mistakes Not to Make This Black Friday
A behavioral economist discusses the common mistakes that shoppers make when searching for sales
There Is No Such Thing as a Motive for Mass Killings
Trying to make ordinary sense out of these extraordinary crimes is fruitless—and ultimately only encourages more violence
Politicians Really Are Big Babies
Partisanship starts in infancy, but that’s no reason our elected officials can’t outgrow our parochial natures
Where Women Are More Competitive Than Men
A field experiment in a matriarchal society proves that the drive to compete is not just biologically determined
Scott Adams: How to Know When to Quit
The fifth in a series of columns on failing your way to success, by the creator of “Dilbert”
Scott Adams: Sponge Traits Off Others
The fourth in a series of columns on failing your way to success by the creator of “Dilbert”
The 10 Best Self-Help Books You’ve (Probably) Never Heard Of
While too esoteric to gain mass appeal, these books are a treasure of serviceable advice
Be Average. But Do it Often.
The third in a series of columns on failing your way to success by the creator of “Dilbert”