Faculty and students in this area consider ways that practices and processes of interaction in natural contexts create, sustain, and change sociocultural scenes, particularly communities. For theses ...

Stereotypes are generalizations about groups of people that allow us to quickly judge individuals without having to spend a lot of time getting to know them. This ability for rapid categorization ...

Service dogs have been found to be of great help to autistic children, promoting social interaction and enhancing safety.

Adrienne Wood receives funding from the National Science Foundation. Laughter is an everyday reminder that we humans are animals. In fact, when recorded laughter is slowed down, listeners can’t tell ...

The way we communicate has evolved dramatically over the last decade, with the technological advancements of smartphones, social media and instant messaging changing the global landscape. However, one ...

Depression can be an invisible barrier that makes social interaction feel daunting. It can lead to a vicious cycle where social withdrawal exacerbates depressive symptoms, creating a larger hurdle for ...

There are different perspectives on how many areas of self-care contribute to a happy, healthy life. But in some way, shape, ...

Constant connectivity is pushing many individuals beyond their social interaction threshold. This assessment reveals where yours lies.