Psychology News Round-Up: ICYMI February 23, 2017

We're here with another weekly roundup. Next week keep we will take break for convention coverage. Keep an eye out for new posts from our cadre of science writer interns covering the meeting. Recently in the news, written a post, or have selections you'd like us to consider? Email us, use the hashtag #SPSPblog, or tweet us directly @spspnews.

On the Blogs

After 50 Years of Explaining Conservatism as Flaw, New Study Suggests It's Cultural via Character & Context

Thomas Talhelm takes a look at the liberal vs conservative discussion via a cultural psychology lens.

Looking Forward To Things Is Good For You, So Plan For Your Next Treat via The Conversation

Nigel Holt covers nostalgia and anticipation as they relate to our health and happiness.

Why This Generation of Teens Is More Likely To Care about Gun Violence via The Conversation

"Research shows that iGen is a unique generation – one that may be especially sensitive to gun violence," writes Jean Twenge.

Can Social Psychologists Explain Why Trump is Ruining my Friendship? via The Los Angeles Times

Ron Berler offers a personal account of friendship and conflict, and consults some experts for answers.

In the News

The Hidden Side to Your Personality via BBC Future

Better Brainstorming via Harvard Business Review

Large Amount of Wealth Linked to Increased Happiness via PsyPost

In Promoting Green Behaviors, Pride Beats Guilt via Pacific Standard

Could Roommates Help College Students Get The Mental Health Services They Need? via Metro

What Makes Us Vibe? via Scientific American

Crime in Japan Falls to Lowest Level in More Than 70 Years via Bloomberg

The Mass Shooting Conspiracy Theories That Just Won't Go Away (And Why They Should) via CNN

The Dangerous Downsides of Perfectonism via BBC Future

Younger Siblings Play a Role in Developing Empathy—Older Ones Just Get the Credit via Quartz

Trump's Election Made Bigotry More Acceptable via Pacific Standard

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