When “You’re Not Listening!” Really Means “You Don’t Agree with Me!”
A new study suggests that people often perceive others as poor listeners if the listener disagrees with them, even if the listener has objectively been listening well.
Human Behavior and Psychology
The psychological aspects of human behavior, including studies on happiness, health, social interactions, and mental well-being.
New study finds that discussing political disagreements isn’t as unpleasant as people usually assume
It’s a piece of advice many of us have heard: avoid discussing politics and religion, especially with those who disagree with you.The assumption is that such conversations will inevitably turn hostile and unpleasant. But could this conventional wisdom be misguided?…
New study finds that women’s soccer teams wearing white shorts score fewer points, likely due to menstrual anxiety
The study finds women's teams in white shorts score between 0.32 and 0.37 fewer points per game. Changing the shorts color could boost performance and equality, the study's author suggests.
New study finds the mental health of comedians is surprisingly okay
Despite the "troubled stand-up" stereotype, the study only found modest support for the idea that comedians have a unique profile of psychological dysfunction.
Scientists demonstrate ability to control smart devices from within lucid dreams
Scientists have shown it is possible to control smart home devices from within lucid dreams using muscle signals, opening up intriguing possibilities for dream-reality interaction.
Are Humans Still Evolving?
Yes, humans are still evolving, though at a slower pace than in the past. Genetic changes, though subtle, continue to shape our species over generations.
Consciousness: Unpacking the Mystery
Consciousness encompasses the awareness and perception of one's own thoughts and surroundings, evolving from ancient philosophical roots to modern scientific inquiries.
A new study finds that the later we meet someone in a sequence, the more negatively we describe them
New research finds that unconscious bias could disadvantage people who happen to be evaluated later in a sequence, whether it's job applicants, contestants on a reality show, or Tinder dates.
Where in Africa Did Humans Originate: Tracing Our Earliest Ancestors
According to fossil evidence and genetic studies, modern humans originated in East Africa, specifically in the region that is now Ethiopia, Kenya, and surrounding areas.