Department of Psychology
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by Dr. Sonia S Anand, Dr. Cathy Risdon and Dr. Gina Ogilvie.
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Lonely, socially anxious people see particular benefit from performing small acts of kindness
Small acts of kindness can significantly reduce loneliness—especially for those who are socially anxious or withdrawn, UBC research finds.
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Nature vs. nurture beliefs are still holding women back in STEM
New research explores how everyday assumptions—not just policies—can quietly steer women away from system-focused roles in STEM.
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How to reduce social media stress by leaning in instead of logging off
Research led by psychology professor Dr. Amori Mikami examined the effects of quitting social media versus using it more intentionally.
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People’s moral values change with the seasons
A new UBC study reveals seasonality in people’s moral values, which has potential implications for politics, law and health—including the timing of elections and court cases.
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UBC scholar combats climate change with happiness
The prevailing narrative on the climate crisis—and how to address it—is at best bewildering and at worst downright depressing. We’re told we face a doom-and-gloom scenario, and the only way to solve it is to give up simple pleasures and conveniences.
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Spiritual connection with nature transcends politics, religion
Have you ever felt awestruck by a towering evergreen, waves crashing against rocks, or the vastness of a desert canyon? You're not alone. Across time and cultures, humans have felt a spiritual connection with nature.
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Is AI coming for white-collar jobs? A psychology professor finds out the hard way
A UBC psychology professor wondered whether AI was smart enough to handle some of his workload. He was astonished to discover it could.
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‘Greed is good’ for likes and retweets if you’re a U.S. senator
Tweet about greed. That's what U.S. politicians ought to do if they want to gain likes and retweets on Twitter, according to new UBC research.
