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Eating or Spending Too Much? Blame It on Social Networking Sites
December 11, 2012 — Participating in online social networks can have a detrimental effect on consumer well-being by lowering self-control among certain users, according to a new ... > full story -
'Organic' Leaves a Bad Taste in the Mouths of Some Consumers
December 7, 2012 — Labeling food as “organic” may not always lead to a positive impression, according to a recent study. The research flips the notion of a “halo” effect for ethical food ... > full story -
Can the Memory of a Good Meal Fill Your Belly?
December 5, 2012 — People who think they have eaten more feel less hungry hours after a ... > full story -
One in Five Children Live in Poverty in US: New Report Examines Effect of Poverty on Children
December 5, 2012 — While most children are looking forward to getting gifts during the upcoming holiday season, it is worth noting that one in five children live in poverty. Poverty is a major risk factor for ... > full story -
Evolution: Social Exclusion Leads to Cooperation
December 5, 2012 — Social exclusion as a punishment strategy helps explain the evolution of cooperation, according to new ... > full story -
Pacific Northwest and Himalayas Could Experience Major Earthquakes, Geophysicists Say
December 4, 2012 — Recent research by scientists focused on geologic features and activity in the Himalayas and Pacific Northwest that could mean those areas are primed for major ... > full story -
From Rabbits in Congo, a Jump in Kids' Health
November 29, 2012 — For children in the Democratic Republic of Congo, rabbits are more than furry pets. They are symbol of resilience as the basis of a microfinance program aimed at improving youth health and social ... > full story -
Tight Times May Influence How We Perceive Others
November 28, 2012 — From the playground to the office, a key aspect of our social lives involves figuring out who "belongs" and who doesn't. Scientists theorize that these prevalent in-group biases may give us a ... > full story -
How to Buy an Ethical Diamond
November 27, 2012 — The holidays are a busy time for engagements, and an expert in corporate responsibility, says socially minded consumers have a lot to think about when it comes to finding the right ... > full story -
Study Links Improved Consumer Welfare to Increased Prescription Drug Advertising Efforts
November 26, 2012 — More people are better off thanks to the impact of an influx of direct-to-consumer advertising spending than they would be without those marketing efforts, according to a new ... > full story
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