The Ayn Rand Institute (ARI) is the official source for information on Ayn Rand's life, writings, and philosophy of Objectivism, promoting reason, rational self-interest, and laissez-faire capitalism.
The Ayn Rand Institute (ARI) is dedicated to promoting Ayn Rand's philosophy of Objectivism. Founded in 1985, ARI offers educational experiences based on Ayn Rand's books and ideas for various audiences, including students, educators, policymakers, and lifelong learners. It engages in research and advocacy efforts, applying Rand's ideas to current issues. ARI is headquartered in Santa Ana, California, and aims to inspire individuals to embrace reason, rational self-interest, and laissez-faire capitalism as guiding principles for living on Earth.
The Center for the Study of Empathic Therapy, Education and Living is a nonprofit organization founded by Dr. Peter R. Breggin. It aims to raise ethical and scientific standards in psychology and psychiatry by promoting humane and caring approaches over biological interventions. The center offers resources, courses, and a platform for psychiatric reform.
The UChicago CompLing Lab is a research community focused on computational methods to study language in humans and artificial intelligence.
Self-Determination Theory (SDT) is a leading theory in human motivation and personality. It provides a framework for understanding how intrinsic and extrinsic motivations influence behavior and well-being.