Psychology
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People prefer to just get pain over with
A new study shows that people would rather experience pain ASAP, even if it means experiencing more pain.
- Psychology
Almost-lifelike hands perceived as creepy
Devices have to be very realistic to the escape uncanny valley of eeriness.
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Do you want the good news or the bad news first?
Do you want to hear the good news or the bad news first? A new study purports to answer the question. But can we apply this to how we deliver news? Well, I have good news, and I have bad news.
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Male version of eating disorder replaces purging with muscle enhancers
Physique concerns can drive young men to take banned substances.
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Maybe mean girls’ mental games have a purpose
Science is just beginning to tap the wellspring of female competition.
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Groups recall travel details better than loners
Small teams of people can recite key information from public announcements better than any one person.
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Reading high-brow literature may aid in reading minds
Think of it as the bookworm’s bonus: People who read first-rate fiction become more socially literate, at least briefly, a new study suggests.
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Mental rotation gears up by age 5 for both boys and girls
Kid-friendly test suggests that the ability to visualize objects from different angles starts early.
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Poker pros’ arms betray their hands
Top players' arm motions when betting provide clues to whether or not they hold strong cards.
