Society for Personality and Social Psychology

08/31/2026

🌍New research suggests that pro-environmental behaviors that people perceive as most morally praiseworthy might not always be the most effective. Many of the most effective behaviors (forgoing a flight, not eating meat, or not owning a pet) are "invisible" acts of restraint.

This research has major implications for pro-environmental behaviors and policymaking - messaging and call-to-action for pro-environmental behaviors could be made more informative and creative to recalibrate public focus.

Read more in : https://ow.ly/8poo50ZHmgX

08/31/2026

"This suggests that as relationships mature, partners shift from evaluating their relative competence to seeking out each other’s perspectives."

Comparing yourself to your romantic partner is often viewed as a bad habit. But new psychological research suggests that comparing skills or opinions can actually help couples build stronger, more understanding relationships over time.

08/29/2026

Sometimes the clearest sign of inequality is the one people fail to notice. Read more at https://ow.ly/V0oS50ZGzn1

08/28/2026

"Research has found that a willingness to ask for help is crucial to achievement."

Being a successful self-starter doesn’t mean pulling yourself up by your bootstraps.

08/28/2026

Calling all U.S.-based SPSP members: The division of the National Science Foundation that funds social science research remains under threat of closure - tell your elected officials to protect the NSF SBE Directorate!

Start here with help from the Consortium of Social Science Associations (COSSA): https://ow.ly/v0qQ50ZGBtK

08/28/2026

🎆SPSP is excited to announce our 2026 Early and Mid Career Awardees! Join us in congratulating these emerging and established scholars who are driving personality and social psychology forward. 👏

🏆SAGE Emerging Scholar Award
- Xuechunzi Bai, The University of Chicago
- Jana B. Berkessel, Universität Mannheim - University of Mannheim & University of St.Gallen
- Emerson Do Bú, Institute of Social Sciences, Universidade de Lisboa
- Riana Brown, The Ohio State University
- Keely Dugan, University of Missouri-Columbia
- Emma McGorray, Carleton College
- William Meese, Boston College
- Steve Rathje, Carnegie Mellon University
- Stylianos Syropoulos, Arizona State University

🏆SAGE Early Career Trajectory Award
- Nicholas Coles, University of Florida
- Tobias Ebert, University of St. Gallen
- Lydia Emery, University of Chicago
- Friedrich Martin Götz, University of British Columbia
- Erik Nook, Princeton University
- Sanaz Talaifar, Imperial College London
- Andre Wang, University of Toronto
- Meltem Yucel, Michigan State University

🏆Diener Award in Personality Psychology: Wiebke Bleidorn, University of Zurich
🏆Diener Award in Social Psychology: Eli Finkel, Northwestern University

Learn more: https://ow.ly/y1BF50ZGBJt

08/28/2026

"seasonal shifts in stress and resilience have implications for the well-being and performance of global teams"

You can build resilience that will work with the changing rhythms in your life.

08/27/2026

"People may be more willing to help strangers who seem agreeable and conscientious, partly because these traits make the person more likeable"

People may be more willing to help strangers who seem agreeable and conscientious, partly because these traits make the person more likeable, according to research published in Evolutionary Psychological Science.

08/27/2026

What are the best strategies to search for and land a position at a teaching-focused institution? In our latest SPSP Member Spotlight, find practical guidance on everything from crafting a teaching statement to the recruiting process.

Learn more: https://spsp.org/professional-development/learning-online/applying-positions-teaching-focused-institutions

08/27/2026

🤔 Did you know SPSP offers registration stipends for the Annual Convention to help offset costs and ensure a welcoming environment? You do now!

Learn more about our offerings for and apply before September 15: https://ow.ly/2Hah50ZG7ci