TY  - BOOK
AU  - Laham,Simon M.
TI  - The science of sin: the psychology of the seven deadlies (and why they are so good for you) 
SN  - 0307719340
PY  - 2012///
CY  - New York
PB  - Three Rivers Press
KW  - Deadly sins
KW  - Psychology
KW  - Pleasure
KW  - Vices
KW  - Psychological aspects
N1  - Includes bibliographical references; Lust: bras, benevolence, and better grades -- Gluttony: eat, drink, and be merry, smart, and helpful -- Greed: buying happiness, hard work, and self-reliance -- Sloth: slow, lazy, and asleep wins the race -- Anger: the positive negative emotion -- Envy: how wanting what others have makes you happier, smarter, and more creative -- Pride: that which cometh before quite a lot of good stuff
N2  - Combines modern research and historical anecdotes to make a lighthearted case for living a sinful life, explaining how moderate indulgences in the "deadly" behaviors can have such benefits as higher self-esteem and better social skills
ER  -