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Teens: Sex Fiends Or Sexless?
The parents of these dancing teenagers think they are not interested in having sex. A new study from NC State shows that most parents of teenagers believe that: A) their teen does not (repeat, not)...
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It’s Not You: Work IS Getting Worse
Common business practices are making people miserable - and hurting employers. If you watch sitcoms from the 1950s, you’ll note that Ward Cleaver and the rest of the gang always seemed so pleased with...
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Trivial Pursuits: The Abstract’s 2010 Quiz
A quiz on some of the bizarre and interesting research we covered in 2010. How will you fare? The Abstract staff will be taking off for a couple of weeks to prepare for 2011. In an attempt to amuse and...
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How People Feel About Diversity And ‘Neighborhood Schools’: It’s Complicated
Sentiment about diversity and "neighborhood schools" issues in Wake County has been presented as cut-and-dried -- but research shows that it is much more complex. Editor’s Note: The Wake County Board...
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The New Dating Game: When Dates Follow Hookups
New research sheds some light on just how complicated sex and dating are. Casual sex clearly carries its own risks, but the academic literature on “hooking up” may be presenting an unduly rosy picture...
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Food History Q&A, with Mark Kurlansky
Mark Kurlansky weighs in on the past -- and the future -- of food in the United States and abroad. Editor’s Note: Mark Kurlansky is the best-selling author of “Cod,” “Salt,” “The Big Oyster” and other...
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5 Things You Should Know About Parents, Teens, Sex Ed and ‘The Talk’
Sorry Mom and Dad -- it's hard to believe now, but eventually you're going to have to have "the talk." Editor’s Note: This guest post was written by Dr. Sinikka Elliott, an assistant professor of...
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