Context Explains Divergent Effects of Anger on Risk Taking
Becoming angry is inevitable. It happens to everyone. However, the decisions that people make when angry often vary. While in[…]
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Psych Today: Avoiding the Angry Email
I am sure most of us have been there at some point. We notice a mistake one of our coworkers[…]
Read moreReflections on Gun Violence, Gun Enthusiasm, and Whether or Not Killing is Cool
Over the last few days, I’ve read article after article about the tragedy in Connecticut. From the need for gun-control[…]
Read moreDoes Experiencing Violence Lead to Violent Behavior?
While psychologists cannot prove that viewing violent media causes violent behavior, there is a body of evidence that suggests a[…]
Read moreDo Violent Offenders Simply Lack the Capacity for Empathy? New Research Suggests it’s Not that Simple
If the ability to empathize with another plays an important role in regulating and controlling one’s anger, empathy could ultimately[…]
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