US families split among four ‘cultures’


U. VIRGINIA (US) — American kids are growing up in one of four cultures—family types that go beyond basic demographics—a new study finds.  Continue…

Tuesday, November 20, 2012 12:40 - 8 Comments


Society & Culture - Aug 7, 2012 16:54 - 0 Comments

With unknown outcomes, we turn to karma

U. VIRGINIA / U. CHICAGO (US) — A new study shows that we’re on our best behavior while waiting for an important outcome—because we secretly expect that the universe will repay us. (more…)

Society & Culture - May 11, 2012 14:06 - 2 Comments

With federal funds, Calif. schools improve

U. VIRGINIA (US) — Striking improvements in California’s worst-performing schools offer early evidence a $3.5 billion federal investment is working, a new study finds. (more…)

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