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> Animal-sensitive cells in the human brain
A part of the human brain that's involved in emotion gets particularly excited at the sight of animals, a new study has shown....
> Why prolific gossipers are not popular
Gossip might be the social glue that binds us, but prolific proponents of tittle-tattle should beware - gossipers are perceived not just as unlikeable...
> The personality of companies
When we think about other people, we do so in terms that can be boiled down to five discrete personality dimensions: extraversion, introversion, neuro...
> The dangers of mistaken diagnosis
Psychologists in the Netherlands have documented the case of a 58-year-old woman who was misdiagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease....
> How empathy breeds altruism: New study
In a defining image of the recent English riots, a man helped an injured youngster to his feet while an accomplice stole from the same victim's bag. T...
> Supplements encourage unhealthy behaviour
Have you ever had that feeling, after an energetic gym session, or perhaps a long walk, that you've earned the right to a mountainous slice of cake, o...
> Fantasy-prone children
Part of being human is the ability to imagine other worlds, to fantasise. It's a vital talent that underlies many others, including planning, lying an...
> It doesn't always pay to be pretty
The beautiful people have it all, or so we're usually told. According to research, they're seen as friendlier, more intelligent, and they earn more....
> A brisk walk before revising
The exam season may be over, but here's a simple piece of advice for next semester....
> Benevolent sexism
What could be wrong with a gentleman opening a door for a lady?...
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