Category Archives: Social Psychology

Labels and Logos? Looks like you’re powerless.

Posted on February 10, 2011 by Melanie Tannenbaum

Imagine a woman who wanders into your local coffee shop with this bag thrown over her shoulder. What would you think of her? Well, you might think a lot of things — but more specifically, what would you think about … Continue reading →

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Want to read faster, think more creatively, and be a better person? Buy more brand-name stuff.

Posted on February 4, 2011 by Melanie Tannenbaum

What are some consequences of eating too much fast food? Weight gain? Check. Higher cholesterol? Check. Increased reading speed? Wait. Back up. Yes – as it turns out, fast food can have consequences that reach far beyond the bigger-bellied symptoms … Continue reading →

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