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…
Read MoreJohn Gottman on Emotional Health
Research shows a vital connection between children’s emotional health and their academic performance. Retired University of Washington professor of psychology Dr. John Gottman is well known for his research on marriage. After 14 years of studying 650 couples with the aid of videotape and sensors, Gottman needs only a half hour with a couple to…
Read MorePast Blog: Facial Expressions are Innate, not Learned
A 2008 study conducted by Humintell Director Dr. David Matsumoto and Photographer Bob Willingham investigated whether or not facial expressions of emotion were innate or a product of cultural learning. The study, which was the first of its kind, studied congenitally blind (blind from birth) and sighted judo athletes at the 2004 Paralympic Games and…
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