May 2023 Newsletter

Take a look at our latest newsletter! It provides updates on our newest lab members, our recent publications, our new research on the impacts of virtual learning instruction, and more! Read here.

Which type of people tend to help others?

Have you ever helped a friend find a lost item? Or donated old clothes or toys to a charity? When you help someone, you are taking part in prosocial behaviors. In our study, we analyzed data to determine which factors relate to prosocial behavior. This article was published in the Science Journal for Kids and Teens. Click here.

How do personal devices shape our lives?

Dr. Kushlev spoke about how personal devices shape our personal lives in a podcast with the Marketing Science Institute. Dr. Kushlev’s interview is the second in this podcast and can also be found on Apple and Spotify in addition to the MSI website. Listen here.

You Should Probably Stop Checking Your Email So Much

Dr. Kushlev was interviewed by Fast Company: Addressing his study on email and stress. If you’re feeling stressed out, you might want to look at how much time you spend in your inbox. Studies have found that being tethered to your email can make you feel emotionally drained, frustrated, and stressed. Read here.