As we expect more from technology, do we expect less from each other? Professor Sherry Turkle studies how our devices and online personas are redefining human connection and communication — and asks us to think deeply about the new kinds of connection we want to have.
Smile Game!
Can you tell the difference between an enjoyment and social smile? Test your knowledge by taking our smile game by clicking HERE or on the image above!
Humans May Have Less Hair So Emotions Are Easier To Read
Researchers believe humans evolved to have less hair on their faces than their primate relatives so it’s easier to read their moods. Humans are often considered hairless apes, but scientists are still debating why we’re not covered in hair like our primate relatives. No one has pinpointed exactly why this is, but evolutionary reasons include moving from…
Read MoreMore On: What Your Smile May Say About Where You’re From
We recently wrote a blog on a recent study that finds that an individual’s use of facial expressions, such as smiles, is related to the migratory history of where they’re from. More specifically, the recent research suggests that if you come from a country of immigrants, you’re more likely to crack a friendly smile on the street. A recent…
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