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Richard H. Smith Ph.d

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Why the Schadenfreude Over Brian Thompson's Horrible Murder?

Schadenfreude emerges in the open when people think it is deserved.

14.12.2024 4

Psychology Today

Richard H. Smith Ph.d

Gullible's Travels and the Blind Following of Authority

Beware of mindlessly following people who only appear to have authority.

09.11.2024 4

Psychology Today

Richard H. Smith Ph.d

Shakespeare-Upon-Avon and the Benefits of Face-Saving

Reciprocal face-saving in everyday life is nicely captured with puns by the Bard

04.10.2024 4

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Richard H. Smith Ph.d

How Much Will a Cruel Action Define a Child Over Time?

Are children who bully likely to change their moral character as adults?

03.09.2024 2

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Richard H. Smith Ph.d

Olympic Swimmers Blow a Hidden Norm out of the Water

Some behavioral norms are difficult know and can surprise when exposed.

01.08.2024 2

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Richard H. Smith Ph.d

Three Strikes and You're Out

When you make the same mistake three times, it's about you.

25.07.2024 3

Psychology Today

Richard H. Smith Ph.d