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Why Face Symmetry Is Sexy Across Cultures And Species
In a study published in the
May 7 issue of the journal
PLoS ONE, Anthony Little of
the University of Stirling
and colleagues show that
measurements of symmetry and
... > full story
Advertising Linked To Increased Tobacco Use Among India's Youth
Directly influenced by
pro-tobacco advertising and
marketing campaigns, urban
sixth-graders in India are
using tobacco products in
disproportionate numbers,
... > full story
In Poker, Psychologists Place Bets On Skill
Is it luck of the draw in
poker? The answer is 'no',
according to new findings
from two psychology studies.
In the first study, DeDonno
had 41 college students play
... > full story
Children With Autism May Learn From 'Virtual Peers'
Researchers are developing
an intervention using
"virtual peers" --
technology driven, animated
life-size children -- to
help develop communication
... > full story
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Estimated 750,000 Problem Gamblers Among America's Youth
May 7, 2008 — Gambling activity is widespread among US adolescents and young adults ages 14 through 21, according to a new study. Results of the first national survey of its kind show problem gambling -- described ... > full story -
Advertisements Saying Dairy Products Help You Lose Weight Are Misleading, Study Shows
May 2, 2008 — There have been recent claims that dairy products can help people lose weight, and the dairy industry has hyped the assertion by investing millions of dollars in commercial advertising. However, a ... > full story -
'Emotional Inflation' Leads To Stock Market Meltdown
April 30, 2008 — Investors get carried away with excitement and wishful 'fantasies' as the stock market soars, suppressing negative emotions warning them of high risks, according to a new study led by UCL. Economic ... > full story -
Reputation And Money: New Insights Into How The Brain Processes Social, Economic Reward
April 24, 2008 — Researchers have mapped the brain regions that process social standing and money rewards, yielding new insights that they said will aid understanding of the basis of social ... > full story -
Coke Or Pepsi? Being Distracted Can Make You More Susceptible To Ads
April 22, 2008 — When distracted, those who were initially neutral towards both brands strongly tended to choose the brand that had been paired with positive images or words in the earlier task. Importantly, this ... > full story -
Counting Every Thought: What Consumers See When Looking At Ads
April 22, 2008 — Thought-listing exercises are frequently used by researchers to gauge people's reactions to advertisements. But new research suggests two alternative methods that may more accurately reveal what ... > full story -
When Positive Thinking Leads To Financial Irresponsibility Like Compulsive Gambling
April 22, 2008 — Looking on the bright side can lead to irresponsible financial behavior, reveals a new article. In a series of studies, scientists examine repeat gambling in the face of loss. They find that people ... > full story -
It Pays To Know Your Opponent: Success In Negotiations Improved By Perspective-taking
April 22, 2008 — From the war room to the board room, negotiations are a part of everyday life. Successful negotiations demand a clear understanding of one's opponent. But what approach should one take to achieve ... > full story -
Control The Urge To Splurge -- Try Dividing Things Up
April 21, 2008 — Good things come in small packages -- like the Nabisco 100 Calorie Pack. But do these portion-controlled offerings help dieters lose weight? Yes, according to new research. Dividing food into smaller ... > full story -
Are Humans Hardwired For Fairness?
April 18, 2008 — The psychologists wanted to know if there is something inherently rewarding about being treated decently. So, they scanned several parts of the participants' brains while they were in the act of ... > full story
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