The concept of "hard work v privilege," and what either one says about someone's social status, is an important one. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest sci-tech news updates. Politicians ...

A new episode of "The Ezra Klein Show" was published by The New York Times Opinion section that featured a discussion about the role race, gender, and class play in society. The podcast was guest ...

When social cues for settling a status dispute are unavailable or ambiguous, the chances of conflict increase. Both parties are more likely to endure long disputes because no clear way exists to ...

Investigative journalist Max Marshall’s new book "Among the Bros: A Fraternity Crime Story" is much more than just a “true crime” story about young rich entitled (white) men acting badly. Instead, it ...

Drug addiction poses a global public health challenge, with limited therapeutic options and modest efficacy. While numerous studies have shown that social status profoundly impacts mental health and ...

A research consortium provides evidence that social behavior and social status are reflected at the molecular level of gene activation (epigenome) in juvenile and adult free-ranging spotted hyenas.

When animals rise in social status, their testosterone levels increase as well. This change produces the increased confidence that accrues to social status as well as increased aggression. Some ...