Ever had the hairs on the back of your neck “stand up” while watching a scary movie or when you walk into a freezing cold room in only a t-shirt? Almost everyone has gotten goose bumps at one point in their life or another, but what exactly are they and why do we get them?…
Read MoreReading Facial Expressions: Men Vs. Women
Who is better at reading others’ facial expressions, Men or Women? Marie Claire highlights this interesting question. According to the magazine, researchers from Edingburgh University found that via brain scans the rush of blood to the region of the brain involved in making emotional decisions suggests the male brain has to work harder to make…
Read MoreEmotion and Women In Combat
Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta has recently decided to allow women into front-line combat. However, this decision has been met with much controversy. The Washington Times reports on this complex and hot-button decision. Some argue that certain units, like infantry, Special Forces, SEALs and others, are not suitable for combining men and women. It has…
Read MoreTina Maze’s Emotional Reaction
As reported in USA Today, on the run before Lindsey Vonn’s horrific crash at the world championships, current World Cup leader Tina Maze made it cleanly down the course, finishing with a time that would eventually win the competition. Maze watched from the bottom of the hill while Vonn, racing in her signature event, skied…
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