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Revenge Counterproductive, Sayeth the Scholars
Written by: Tom Jacobs, Monday 05 January 2009 - 13:54 PM 
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Revenge may not be all that sweet after all. New research finds that, at least in some cases, punishing a person who has wronged us simply prolongs our pain.
Power Reduces Compassion
Written by: Tom Jacobs, Monday 05 January 2009 - 04:45 AM 0 Comments
As the philosopher Mel Brooks once remarked, it’s good to be king. But does being king make you good? Two new studies suggest power tends to make people less compassionate – with the exception of one specific situation.
Tennis Anyone? Just Follow the Bouncing Ball ...
Written by: Miller-McCune Staff, Monday 22 December 2008 - 10:00 AM 0 Comments
Flaws in human vision produce incorrect "out" calls by tennis referees at Wimbledon.
Note to Guys: Women Prefer Prestige
Written by: Tom Jacobs, Wednesday 17 December 2008 - 17:02 PM 0 Comments
Women, according to the cliché, are attracted to powerful men — those who have achieved success and made it to the top of their field. It turns out that is only partially true. According to new research, a man’s desirability depends on how he achieved his high status.
Brain Injuries Linked to Spirituality
Written by: Tom Jacobs, Wednesday 17 December 2008 - 16:15 PM 0 Comments
Two University of Missouri psychologists are proposing “a neurophysiological model of spiritual experience” that explains what is happening inside the brain when people experience feelings of selflessness and transcendence.
Power: It's Good for the Brain
Written by: Tom Jacobs, Tuesday 09 December 2008 - 15:54 PM 0 Comments
Power may corrupt, but it also seems to sharpen the mind. According to a new study from the Netherlands, people in a dominant position process information differently than those in a weaker state, allowing them to make complex decisions more easily.
Old and Happy? It’s a Matter of Attitude
Written by: Lee Drutman, Tuesday 02 December 2008 - 00:00 AM 0 Comments
Researchers find that as people age, declining health and declining mental function don’t make people any less happy. But having the right attitude seems to matter a lot.
In E-mail, the Truth Is E-lastic
Written by: Tom Jacobs, Monday 01 December 2008 - 11:48 AM 0 Comments
People lie more often when using electronic communication, business profs find.
With Liberty and Justice For All (Except Muslims)
Written by: Tom Jacobs, Thursday 13 November 2008 - 09:11 AM 1 Comments
The "Bradley Effect" may be kaput, but the "Turban Effect" is alive and kicking.
Doctor: Vets Need More Basic Training
Written by: Ryan Blitstein, Tuesday 11 November 2008 - 09:00 AM 1 Comments
A Veterans Administration psychiatrist and researcher offers a revamped model for treatment of returning soldiers that looks to training and education as much as therapy and pills.
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