Changing the world through activism: what, why, and how

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activism / oppression / social change / justice
Changing the world through activism: what, why, and how
Activism involves taking action to challenge oppressive systems and create a just world for all. While there are potential harms to activism, there are many potential benefits as well. We have the power to create change through collective action. This article explores the significance and components of activism through the story of Katniss in The Hunger Games. / more
When does revenge taste sweet? A short tale of revenge

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justice / punishment / retribution / revenge
When does revenge taste sweet? A short tale of revenge
Most everyone is familiar with the saying “revenge tastes sweet”, but is there some truth in this? It is only recently that revenge, and the psychological and behavioral implications, have received any empirical attention. The aim of the present article is to provide an overview on the issue of revenge from a scientific perspective and to gain insight into the potential “functionality” that acts of ... / more