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Saturday, July 4, 2009

Second Life Data Offers Window Into How Trends Spread

Do friends wear the same style of shoe or see the same movies because they have similar tastes, which is why they became friends in the first place? Or once ...  > full story

In Pursuit Of A Happiness Gene

The pursuit of happiness characterizes the human condition. But for those suffering from stress, money trouble or chronic illness, a positive outlook on life can be difficult to find. ...  > full story

Risky Business: Stressed Men, But Not Stressed Women, More Likely To Gamble And Takes Risks

Stressed out, dude? Don't go to Vegas. New research shows that men under stress may be more likely to take risks, correlating to such real-l ...  > full story

Less Empathy Toward Outsiders: Brain Differences Reinforce Preferences For Those In Same Social Group

An observer feels more empathy for someone in pain when that person is in the same social group, according to new research. The study ...  > full story
 

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