psychology

  1. April 4, 2017

    Study looks at dads’ search for work-family balance after second child

    Work-family conflict inhibits men from being involved in infant care after the birth of a second child in both dual- and single-earner families, according to a new U-M study.

  2. March 28, 2017

    Study finds trust, satisfaction high in consensual open relationships

    Monogamy is considered by many to kindle commitment, trust and love, but a new U-M study finds that those in nonmonogamous relationships are just as happy.

  3. March 22, 2017

    Boys secure in their racial identity seek more diverse friendships

    Middle school boys who feel secure about their race during the ongoing process of seeking answers from parents, friends and media will likely befriend diverse people, according to a new U-M study.

  4. May 19, 2016

    Can white kids grow up to be black? Some preschoolers think so

    White preschoolers often believe a person’s race can change over time. In fact, these 5- to 6-year-olds may think they can grow up to become a black adult, according to a new U-M study.

  5. May 13, 2016

    Women’s preference for less competition may account for pay gaps

    When applying for a job or to college, women seek positions with fewer applicants than men, according to a new U-M study.

  6. February 9, 2016

    Insecure teens use social media to harass, threaten dating partners

    An online stalking behavior known as electronic intrusion is common in high school dating relationships, according to a new study by U-M researchers.

  7. February 24, 2015

    Passive Facebook use undermines how a person feels

    Using Facebook only to scroll through one’s news feed or browse other people’s profiles can have a negative impact on the user’s well-being, says a U-M researcher.

  8. December 10, 2014

    U-M study pinpoints part of brain that triggers addiction

    Activating the brain’s amygdala, an almond-shaped mass that processes emotions, can create an addictive, intense desire for sugary foods, a new U-M study found.