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Catching online scammers: our model combines data and behavioural science to map the psychological games cybercriminals play

Catching online scammers: our model combines data and behavioural science to map the psychological games cybercriminals play

When fiction’s most famous detective, Sherlock Holmes, needed to solve a crime, he turned to his sharp observational skills and deep understanding of human nature. He used this combination more than once when facing off against his arch-nemesis, Dr James Moriarty, a villain adept at exploiting human weaknesses for his gain. This classic battle mirrors today’s […] … learn more→

Brave against bullies: how to foster an environment of respect and solidarity in schools and institutes

Brave against bullies: how to foster an environment of respect and solidarity in schools and institutes

Recent international reports on bullying show that we are facing a problem throughout the world, with negative effects on the school performance and health of minors. In Spain, one of the latest studies published reveals that these types of situations have been reduced, although it is a survey of opinions among students, so we do not have data on […] … learn more→

Why we are so bad at detecting lies

Why we are so bad at detecting lies

You don’t need to be in the middle of an election campaign to worry about your ability to spot a lie. Psychology research suggests that people lie at least once a day. A 2006 study of 206 documents found that we are just a little better than chance at guessing whether we are dealing with a lie or not, […] … learn more→

School interventions offer best shot at reducing youth violence

School interventions offer best shot at reducing youth violence

Black youth show up in emergency rooms with gunshot wounds or other violent injuries at an alarming and disproportionate rate in the United States. Some hospitals have violence interventions that can be effective in keeping these kids safer after they are treated, but in most cases victims are sent back into the world to continue their struggles. What if […] … learn more→

Bells, rabbits, eggs… Where do the symbols of Easter come from?

Bells, rabbits, eggs… Where do the symbols of Easter come from?

The Easter season is common to Jewish and Christian religions, and is accompanied by festive rites and traditions, of which religious and pagan versions survive today, peppered with numerous symbols. The first Passover, Pessah , cited in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus ( https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/S%C3%A9der_de_Pessa%27h). Easter, the holiday for Christians Christ Jesus died in Jerusalem, during the Jewish […] … learn more→

“Child influencers”: is this reasonable?

“Child influencers”: is this reasonable?

Their names are Swan, Kalys, Athena, Ryan, Mila, Lili-Rose or Hugo. They are sometimes nicknamed the “Sephora kids”. They are between 3 and 15 years old, and they are followed by millions of fans on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat. They are child influencers. These minor children, sometimes even still babies, are exposed daily by their parents to “views” […] … learn more→

What does it really mean to be 'feminazi'?

What does it really mean to be ‘feminazi’?

In response to the feminist upheaval among citizens and the progressive institutionalization of equality policies, anti-feminist reactions are occurring , generally coming from conservative groups. The anti-feminist reaction is a recurring phenomenon , since it returns every time women begin to make some progress towards equality. Considered inherently reactionary, this response would be motivated by a feeling of revenge and […] … learn more→

How high school students imagine the future in times of crisis

How high school students imagine the future in times of crisis

Adolescence has long been perceived as a period of irresponsibility, where the important thing was above all to “have a good time” and enjoy the present moment. Today, this is no longer the case, far from it. The future is a major concern, both for parents and for young people. More than 80% of the high […] … learn more→

Some people who share fake news on social media actually think they’re helping the world

Some people who share fake news on social media actually think they’re helping the world

  Misinformation is the number one risk facing society over the next two years, according to the World Economic Forum. With key elections due in the US, UK and many other nations this year, an onslaught of political misinformation can be expected. Some of this material is distributed through paid advertising on social media, like the […] … learn more→