Have you ever wondered why polygraphs are used by government agencies if they are not admissible in a court of law? Ever wonder why they are not admissible in court? The polygraph machine, which measures systolic blood pressure, was invented by William Marston, a Harvard psychologist, in the early 20th century. This machine was based…
Read MoreEmotional Intelligence Gets Better With Age
A recent study conducted by the University of California, Berkeley (in conjunction with Arizona State University,) concludes that emotional intelligence peaks as we enter our 60s. The team of researchers, led by psychologist Dr. Robert Levenson, has been tracking how our emotional strategies and responses change as we age. Their findings “support the theory that…
Read MoreLie to Me Season 3, Episode 9, Part 2 “Rebound”
The second of the two Lie to Me episodes on Monday night, entitled “Rebound,” follows The Lightman Group as they investigate a wealthy woman (Lily’s) suspicious boyfriend (George.) When they interview Ingrid, one of George’s ex-wives, Torres says that her slow breaths and racing heart are signs of hate. This is inaccurate, since there is…
Read MoreLie to Me Season, 3 Episode 9, Part 1 “Funhouse”
After a brief hiatus, Lie to Me is back on the air! In the first of two of this week’s episodes, “Funhouse,” The Lightman Group is approached by Emily’s friend, Amanda, whose father has been institutionalized in a mental hospital for 5 years. She is suspicious of the hospital, because of the fact that her…
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