New research suggests that emotions such as anger, sadness, and happiness are expressed in the same way in music and movement across cultures. Live Science reports on this interesting discovery. In the past, scientists have found that animals like different music than humans and that music stimulates the same part of our brain as food,…
Read MoreScared to Death…Literally. The Emotion of Fear
Scientists have been studying fear for quite some time and it is a fact that you can be “scared to death”. NPR has reported on the phenomenon of Voodoo Death as doctors refer to it. Dr. Martin Samuels interviewed with NPR and this is some of what he said: Well, it’s a strong emotional reaction…
Read MoreLanguage of Political Aggression- 2012
Many of us get into heated debates whenever politics are involved. But what can be said about political candidates and leaders and their aggressiveness? Many campaigns and debates turn into all out battles when a candidate is referring to their opponent or even groups that they don’t really like. Want to know the secrets behind…
Read MoreThe Future of Deception
How is our ever changing world changing us? Social scientist and former Canadian customs officer, Jeff Hancock, dissects deception in his TED Talk: “The Future of Lying”. He defines certain lies as a relationship, and that in such a connected world with the Internet, cell phones, Skype etc., we are able to get in touch…
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