Three Tips for Making Better Ethical Decisions Every Day

Today’s reports bring us plenty of examples of poor professional ethics being practiced in business, entertainment, and government. But in terms of personal ethics as applied to everyday choices that we don’t read about, what percentage of people lie, cheat, steal, cut corners, or take advantage of others? Some studies show over 50 percent would… Continue reading Three Tips for Making Better Ethical Decisions Every Day

Selfish? Generous? The Brain’s Signals Give Clue

Researchers analyzing the brains of women and men found that they respond differently to pro-social and antisocial behavior, depending on the circumstances. The striatum, located in the middle of the brain, is responsible for the assessment of reward and is active whenever a decision is made. The findings, from the study by researchers at the… Continue reading Selfish? Generous? The Brain’s Signals Give Clue