Do looks make the person?
Is it even possible to remain non-judgmental about looks and avoid associated stereotypes? It seems that we all judge looks, even our own; and on top of being superficial, it can seriously affect our behavior.
Behaviour
Nostalgia, the lighthouse of memory
Nostalgia is a deliberate and bittersweet emotion that connects us to ourselves and other people. It reminds us of the sweeter moments of our lives and the irreversibility of time.
Mindfulness is less helpful for combating stress in young people
For thousands of children and teenagers, September marks the return to school, and with it the associated stress. Can stress be countered with mindfulness training in youth? The findings of a large-scale project suggest that it cannot be, really.
Adults experience ADHD too
ADHD is not just common in children but also in adults
One thing to forget?
Can you imagine a life without forgetting? The truth is that erasing outdated or meaningless memories is just as important as creating new ones, both facilitate the ability to learn while generalizing.
Why do you want to squeeze what’s cute?
Want to squeeze the life out of a tiny fluffy kitten? Well, you are not alone.
The brain on change
Change is stressful and can be hard to accept, but our brains are up to the challenge.
How to say autism?
Whether it is preferred to say that someone is a ‘person with autism’ or an ‘autistic person’ is controversial. Even among the people concerned, very different opinions coexist. How do we decide what the right naming is and why?
The bystander effect: How our (in)actions shape history
From not reporting ideas in the workplace to not protesting a large-scale loss of individual rights and liberties, bystanders play an important role in how personal and global events unfold.
Why dogs are so special
Research reveals the unique capability of dogs to understand humans. One look at our face while carefully listening to our voice and they can make sense of our emotional state.