cognitive science
The power of language extends far beyond mere communication; every word choice subtly shapes how a message is perceived, influencing emotions and ultimately impacting decisions. This phenomenon, known as “framing effects,” is explored in a recent publication in Psychological Science in the Public Interest by Stephen Flusberg of Vassar College and his colleagues. Their comprehensive…
Political polarization has long been associated with ideological rigidity and a resistance to uncertainty, but the mechanisms underlying this phenomenon have remained elusive. A groundbreaking study from Brown University uncovers how intolerance of uncertainty amplifies political polarization by synchronizing brain activity among like-minded individuals. Researchers found that both liberals and conservatives with lower tolerance for…
