Spatial Causal Inference and Neighborhood Effects
Explore spatial causal inference, interference problems from social interactions, and neighborhood effects in multilevel analyses. Examine agent-based models to question area-level effects and their causal interpretations.
The Importance of Community for Youth Development
Exploring youth unemployment in Bosnia and Herzegovina, this talk challenges stereotypes and emphasizes community's role in personal growth, inspiring change through technology and youth empowerment.
We Are All Adopted - Building Intentional Communities
Explore the concept of community adoption and learn how to intentionally treat others as family. Discover the CARE audit method for building stronger connections in your existing and new social groups.
ADHD: The Power of Diagnosis
Explore ADHD in adults through personal journeys of diagnosis, impact, and treatment. Gain insights into how this condition affects high-achieving professionals across diverse fields.
Are Smartphones Ruining Childhood?
Explore the impact of smartphones on youth mental health and learn concrete steps to address the crisis with insights from social psychologist Jonathan Haidt.
How to Live a Meaningful Life
Explore three key ideas for living a meaningful life beyond personal achievements. Gain insights from social psychologist Brian S. Lowery on finding purpose and fulfillment.
Towards a Sociology of Fun
Explore the sociological perspective on fun, its evolution from childhood to adulthood, and its impact on relationships and well-being through Ben Fincham's insightful analysis.
Growing Up in a Cult - Recognizing Warning Signs and Finding Freedom
Explore the tactics cults use to control members and the journey to freedom through a personal story of growing up in and escaping from a cult.
Rethinking the Purpose of Cancel Culture
Exploring cancel culture's impact on youth, this talk examines its psychological effects and proposes alternatives to foster a more inclusive and nurturing social environment.
Media Bias and Gender Anxiety in Modern Marketing and Advertising
Explore gender biases in modern marketing and advertising, examining their impact on societal perceptions and anxieties.
Challenges and Opportunities in Measuring Social Constructs Using Computational Methods
Explore challenges and opportunities in measuring social constructs computationally. Examine stance detection limitations and social media bios for identity presentation. Discuss impacts of LLMs and data sharing on future research.
Common Misconceptions About Disability
Challenging stereotypes about disability, Boloroo advocates for equal opportunities in employment, education, and society, emphasizing the capabilities of physically challenged individuals.
Ageism - The Longevity Thief
Challenging societal stigmas on aging, this talk explores how age can be an asset rather than a detriment, promoting a positive perspective on longevity and its potential benefits.
Why Must I Be Beautiful? - Exploring Body Neutrality as an Alternative to Body Positivity
Exploring body neutrality as an alternative to body positivity, this talk challenges societal focus on appearance and advocates for reducing appearance-based judgments in our interactions.
Beyond the Labels - Understanding Gen Z
Challenging stereotypes, this talk explores Gen Z's resilience, global awareness, and drive for positive change, highlighting their potential to shape a better future.
My Post-Soviet Me - Exploring Generational Trauma and Overcoming It
Explore generational trauma's impact on post-Soviet life and strategies for overcoming it with journalist Rytis Zemkauskas, drawing insights from Lithuania's cultural landscape.
Social Cybersecurity: Reshaping Security Through Human Social Behavior
Exploring social factors in cybersecurity: empirical analyses of security tool adoption and the development of Thumprint, a socially intelligent authentication system for small groups.
Why We Lie to Our Doctors and on First Dates
Explore the impact of dishonesty in healthcare and dating, and discover how embracing honesty can lead to better health outcomes, fulfilling relationships, and a more transparent society.
Why We Struggle to Find Common Ground
Explore extreme polarization's impact on societal norms and peace. Journey through history to understand today's clash of worldviews with award-winning journalist Spencer Critchley.
Recognizing the Seeds of Gender-Based Violence
Psychologist explores everyday sexism's role in perpetuating gender violence, urging recognition and dismantling of systemic biases to create a more equitable world.
Crossing Divide - Our Deep Need for One Another
Explore the human need for connection and understanding in a divided world, examining strategies to bridge differences and foster meaningful relationships for societal progress.