Being a Born Psychopath: Psychopathic Traits vs. Actual Psychopathy
In 2005, James Fallon found out that he has the brain of a murderous psychopath.
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Causes of Alzheimer’s
The healthy human brain contains tens of billions of neurons, which specialized cells that process and transmit information via electricalContinue Reading
The Science Behind Black Friday
Although cherished by many, Black Friday is possibly the most ironic holiday on the American calendar
Semantic Satiation
Have you ever thought of a word or phrase but after repeating it so many times, it doesn’t feel like a word anymore? That weird feeling is an example of the psychological phenomenon, semantic satiation
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Optical Illusions: The Art of Deception
Perhaps you have heard of the highly common phrase “seeing is believing.” This aphorism generally means that the eye isContinue Reading
Why Do We Yawn?
Understand the different theories of yawning and why yawning is contagious.
Introduction to Neuroscience: The Central Nervous System
Exploring the central nervous system and its roles.
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Why We Love Dogs
This Sunday was National Dog Day, and dog lovers across the country celebrated their furry friends. Dogs are the mostContinue Reading
Moral Luck: The Intersection of Philosophy and Psychology
We do we blame people for things that are out of their control? It’s a combination of philosophy and psychology. Read to find out more!
How Effective Are Brain-Training Apps?
Almost sounding too good to be true, many brain-training apps claim to improve memory. Read on to learn more.
