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A Cultural Psychology of Discrimination

Discussing the cultural roots of racist, sexist, and classist behaviors.

Societies that embrace market economies tend to become more individualistic and unequal.
Politics
How Capitalism Shapes the Mind

Karim Bettache Ph.D. on October 9, 2023

The "invisible hand" of capitalism doesn't just shape the markets; it also shapes the way we think, behave, and relate to one another.

The "invisible hand" of capitalism doesn't just shape the markets; it also shapes the way we think, behave, and relate to one another.

Geographical Psychology
Where Are Geopolitics in Psychology?

Karim Bettache Ph.D. on May 19, 2023

In a world of upheaval, psychology risks missing the context shaping human thought. Incorporating geopolitics into our studies may finally provide the broader lens we need.

In a world of upheaval, psychology risks missing the context shaping human thought. Incorporating geopolitics into our studies may finally provide the broader lens we need.

Bias
The Psychology Behind "Worthy" and "Unworthy" Victims of War

Karim Bettache Ph.D. on March 19, 2022

"In-group bias" has become the go-to justification for racist responses to the Ukraine crisis, as compared to past refugee crises. Yet the theory refutes—rather than justifies—the idea that racism is natural.

"In-group bias" has become the go-to justification for racist responses to the Ukraine crisis, as compared to past refugee crises. Yet the theory refutes—rather than justifies—the idea that racism is natural.