FABBS Honors Linda B. Smith
August 21, 2019
Linda B. Smith is an internationally recognized leader in developmental psychology and cognitive science. She is well known for her ground-breaking theoretical and empirical work on cognitive development, including comprehensive theories based on dynamic systems, and how …
Importance of Behavioral Factors and Social Determinants Highlighted
August 21, 2019
Social and behavioral factors affect life-course development and are a topic of interest in Washington DC.
A report, “The Promise of Adolescence; Realizing Opportunity for All Youth,” was recently released by the National Academies Board on Children, …
We Have a Deal, Agency Budget Details in September (We Hope)
August 21, 2019
Washington, DC is enjoying the slower pace of August and – despite earlier threats that the Senate might stay in session – Congress is on summer recess. On August 1, shortly before heading home, Senators voted (67-28), …
Getting the Gist Requires Expertise
August 21, 2019
When the trees block the view of the forest, the consequences can be dire. A recent paper in Policy Insights in the Behavioral and Brain Sciences looks at one component of the 2002 decision to invade Iraq …
House Poised to Vote on Budget Deal Before Leaving for August Recess
July 25, 2019
At press time, the U.S. House of Representatives was poised to pass the Bipartisan Budget Act (BBA) of 2019, a budget deal that was reached at the beginning of the week. After months of deliberation, the House, …
Locating the Ignition for Motivation
July 25 2019
How much effort would you expend if you knew a reward was headed your way?
Michael Treadway, Ph.D., an associate professor of psychology at Emory University, is looking at neural circuitry and why some people work hard …
