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The Responsibility Project
Welcome to The Responsibility Project, a place to think about—and discuss—what it means to do the right thing.
The survivor of a harrowing ordeal doles out inspiration and motivation.
Mood and Aging
A good mood, gratitude and even pessimism about the future are all credited with making aging more tolerable and lifespans longer.
Housework as Exercise?
Research shows a cutback on housework has had an adverse effect on our waistlines. Could going back in time lead to slimming down?
Caught Snooping
Following a cheating scandal, Harvard looked for a leak in faculty emails. An appropriate response or another ethical misstep?
The Moral Balancing Act
Does doing good lead to more good deeds? Or is “paying it forward” a myth?
Liable for Doing a Good Deed?
Should bystanders who help in emergencies be protected from potential legal consequences?
Accessibility for All
We’re shining a light on the inspiring story of Kevin McGuire and the great work he’s done to improve accessibility for the disabled.
The Facebook Vacation
New research suggests more people are taking breaks from the popular platform.
Wheelchair Impostors
What can be done about people who cheat the airport wheelchair system?