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·November 8, 2023·4 min read

Time-Traveling Minds: Decoding History Through Tech

Modern computing methods like text mining, face detection, and melodic extraction are allowing cognitive scientists to analyze historical cultural artifacts at scale, uncovering psychological data of past societies. By studying media consumption, such as the prevalence of sad music or the portrayal of leaders in portraits, researchers can infer societal psychological trends.

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·December 19, 2022·5 min read

Some Claim Culture Affects Our Basic Visual Perception

The basics of visual perception, such as object orientation, are largely independent of cultural variation and apply broadly across human populations.

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·July 22, 2022·6 min read

A New Take on the ‘Marshmallow Test’: When It Comes to Resisting Temptation, a Child’s Cultural Upbringing Matters

Delayed gratification isn't all about genetics or brain development, it's also about habits supported by the culture in which a child is raised.

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·June 5, 2022·6 min read

Black Girls Commonly Have Negative Experiences Related to Their Natural Hair

Many young Black girls face bullying, teasing, and unwanted touching of their natural hair by other youngsters. This has a negative effect on body image. Researchers address strategies to promote positive body image in young Black women and girls.

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·May 27, 2022·5 min read

How Abstract Concepts Are Represented in the Brain Across Cultures and Languages

Researchers explore the impact of different cultures and languages on the development of abstract thoughts in the brain, reporting those who grew up in different cultures and speak different languages form abstract concepts in the same brain region.

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·March 23, 2022·4 min read

Arts Activities May Improve Self-Control and Reduce Antisocial Behavior Among Teenagers

Participating in artistic or culturally enriching activities such as acting and dance, or attending concerts reduces a teenager's risk of antisocial or criminal activities, a new study reveals.

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·January 17, 2021·2 min read

New Perspectives in Human Behavior and Culture

Researchers comment on a new theory of human behavior in traditional societies and advocate for a new, fully integrated evolutionary theory of human behavior.