Feels So Good...Hurts so Bad: Risk Factors Related to Alcohol Abuse
Alcohol is an engrained part of our society. Fifty-two percent of Americans drink, many responsibly without threatening their health or relationships. In Europe, where the use of alcohol is part of the ritual of life it is uncommon to see adults dri...
It's Personal: Factors that Influence Sexual Orientation
The factors that influence a person's sexual orientation have long been debated. People who are profoundly opposed to homosexuality for religious or cultural reasons think it is a question of choice. Genetic research has revealed that a series of ma...
The Magic of the Mind: Studying People in Context
In order to learn about psychology, it is important to strip away what you assume is true and start with a clean slate. Hazel Markus illustrates the importance of cognitive set in perceiving a stimulus. Genetic, environmental, and cultural fa...
Behind Closed Doors: Environmental and Genetic Links to Violent Behavior
Both the environment in which a child matures and his or her genetic nature contribute to aggressive behavior. Researchers studying a family in which male siblings all committed violent criminal acts found that the brothers shared a certain gene abn...