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Sociology

Families of Choice Are Remaking America

Through their networks of friends, singles are strengthening society’s social bonds.

February 29, 2016

She’ll Text Me, She’ll Text Me Not

The science of waiting in modern courtship.

Is Facebook Luring You Into Being Depressed?

Social media encourages us to follow those we envy.

November 30, 2015

Have We Hit Peak Whiteness?

Our obsession with cleanliness is running afoul of scientific reality.

July 23, 2015

How Pantone Colors Your World

Why your wardrobe is wine-hued this year.

July 13, 2015

Casual Sex May Be Improving America’s Marriages

One-night stands and friends with benefits are just what your brain ordered.

March 2, 2015

How the Mormons Conquered America

The success of the Mormon religion is a study in social adaptation.

May 30, 2014