Psychology
The Science of Stereotyping
UW research shows how assumptions grow stronger over time, even without evidence.
No Newsfeed, No Cry
In the early days of the pandemic, higher media consumption led to more emotional distress.
The Science behind a Smile
UW psychology professor Paula Niedenthal ’81 explores the wide variety of social rules for expressing emotion — and how they cause trouble.
The Path to Self-Actualization
Psychologist Abraham Maslow ’30, MA’31, PhD’34 showed how people reach their full potential.
The Rise of Women’s Studies
Strength in numbers: a women-led UW faculty group meets in 1975 for the formation of what has become the Department of Gender…
Deborah Derman MA’76
Regina Miller, Origin Photo
Breath. Purpose. Compassion.
For many people who have lost a loved one or are experiencing…
Mind Tricks for the Masses
The flamboyant Joseph Jastrow founded the UW’s psychology department and helped shape the fledgling science.