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The science of gift wrapping explains why sloppy is better

Erick M. Mas, Vanderbilt University They say appearances can be deceiving. In the case of gift giving, they might...

The 4 biggest gift-giving mistakes, according to a consumer psychologist

Julian Givi, West Virginia University A good gift can elicit a surge of happiness and gratitude in the recipient....

Valentine’s Day: the pressures of shopping for romance

Cathrine Jansson-Boyd, Anglia Ruskin University For many couples, Valentine’s Day is crunch time. Research has shown that romantic relationships...

What’s the point of holiday gifts?

Dimitris Xygalatas, University of Connecticut Whether it’s the dread of a trip to an overcrowded shopping mall, the challenge...

How to choose the right Christmas gift: tips from psychological research

Adrian R. Camilleri, University of Technology Sydney Christmas is a time of celebration, relaxation and gift giving. But choosing gifts can also make it a time...

The science of gift wrapping explains why sloppy is better

Erick M. Mas, Vanderbilt University They say appearances can be deceiving. In the case of gift giving, they might be right. Consumers in the U.S. spend...

The bizarre phenomenon of vacation surprise videos

Jenna Drenten, Loyola University Chicago Parents have long surprised their kids with a family vacation. However, the practice of parents recording their kids’ reactions – and...

An anthropologist explains why we love holiday rituals and traditions

Dimitris Xygalatas, University of Connecticut The mere thought of holiday traditions brings smiles to most people’s faces and elicits feelings of sweet anticipation and nostalgia....

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