Issue 01/2020
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Can We Believe in Our Own Lies?
Can we believe in our own lies? Such a question eventually boils down to the issue of whether lying affects memory. This is particularly relevant in the legal arena, where witnesses, offenders, and suspects adopt deceptive strategies in several situations... more
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Issue 12/2019
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To which gender’s disadvantage are school grades biased – girls or boys?
by: Carolin SchusterSchool grades do not only provide students with feedback on their current performance, they also determine the chances of admission to universities and the success of job applications. The question of whether teachers evaluate irrespective of gender is therefore very... more
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Issue 10/2019
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Going the Extra Mile at Work: Helpful or Harmful?
by: Marc CubrichIs it helpful or harmful to go the extra mile at work? While generally regarded favorably, organizational researchers are increasingly considering the potential dark side of discretionary work behaviors that go beyond the formal requirements of the job. Can psychological... more
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Issue 04/2019
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Can vacations live up to their reputation?
by: Ina-Maria DöringEspecially in the time before summer, people look forward to the beginning of their summer vacations. On the one hand, holidays are an integral part of life of our society and primarily provide relaxation and recovery. On the other hand... more
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Issue 01/2019
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Sorry, Not Sorry: Apologies and Denials in the #MeToo Movement
The #MeToo-movement publicly confronts alleged perpetrators of sexual misconduct with their transgressions. In return, the accused often struggle with the question of how to reply. What can research about trust and forgiveness teach us about the do’s and don’ts of... more
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Issue 09/2018
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Social Machines: Social Aspects of Human-Computer Interaction
Have you ever experienced the frustration of your computer not behaving as it should? Maybe it started to reboot during your most important meeting, or it simply froze and despite your best efforts, you couldn’t restart it. Take a moment... more
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