We all know that babies learn about the people and world around them from watching and imitating what they see. Well, apparently we continue this into adulthood. A new study from researchers at Utrecht University finds that we can smell fear and disgust and when we do it can trigger the same emotion in our brains. The study’s findings can…
Read More“Face Blindness” Follow-Up
Prosopagnosia, also known as face blindness, is a neurological disorder where people cannot recognize faces. There are varying degrees to this disorder, but the effects can be devastating for all sufferers. In a few extreme cases face blind people can’t even recognize their own face. In a past blog, we reported that science has not…
Read MoreAsk the Expert: Your Questions to Dr. Matsumoto Part 6
We’ve had an overwhelming amount of positive feedback on our “Ask the Expert” blog series so we’re happy to announce that we’re bringing it back yet again for the 6th time! Want to read some past “Ask the Expert” blogs? We’ve linked them below for your convenience: Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4…
Read MoreSTUDY: Alcohol Helps you Recognize Facial Expressions?
The Holidays are near, which for many means the bubbly will be making it’s annual appearance. But, according to new research, that could be a good thing! A recent study suggests that alcohol can have a positive affect on a person’s ability to recognize the universal facial expressions of disgust and contempt. The full text can be found…
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