What Your Cell Phone Camera Tells You About Your Brain
A new study unites cognitive science and information theory, reporting our brains are structured to make the best possible decisions given their limited resources.... Read More...
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Age Bias is Subconscious
A new study reveals our response to others is subconsciously connected to appearance and age. Researchers say the finding may shed light on why people tend to prefer the company of others in their own age groups. ... Read More...
People Show Confirmation Bias Even About Which Way Dots are Moving
A new study reports people use confirmation bias, even when a decision they make has little to no consequence.... Read More...
It’s All in the Eyes: Amygdala’s Role in the Experience and Perception of Fear
A new study reveals a new hypothesis about the role the amygdala plays in the experience and perception of fear. Researchers say, instead of directly mediating fear, the amygdala is involved in a person's ability to attend to the whites of another person's widening eyes, something that is more generally important to social functioning. ... Read More...
Core Thinking Error Underlies Belief in Creationism and Conspiracy Theories
Researchers report teleological thinking, a single and powerful cognitive bias which entails the perception of final causes or an overriding purpose in natural events, is linked to two seemingly unconnected beliefs; conspiracy theories and creationism.... Read More...
How We See Others’ Emotions Depends on Our Pre-Concevied Beliefs
A new study sheds light into how we recognize facial expressions of emotion. Researchers report our interpretation of emotions expressed facially by others depends upon our pre-conceived understanding of emotion.... Read More...
Visual Perceptual Skills Are Updated By Processes Similar to Memory Reconsolidation
Researchers report our ability to identify and categorize visual information is an active process similar to memory stabilization.... Read More...
Seeing Yourself as Einstein May Change the Way You Think
Using a virtual reality simulation to 'become' Albert Einstein helps to enhance cognitive performance in those with low self esteem, a new study reports.... Read More...
Sound of Moving Objects Change Perceptions of Body Size
Researchers report a mismatch between the predicted and actual outcome of an action can alter body perception, making a person feel taller.... Read More...
How do Horses Read Human Emotional Cues?
Whether a person is familiar to the animal or not, horses integrate human facial expressions and vocal tones to perceive human emotion, a new study reports.... Read More...
Ever Noticed Time Seems to Move Faster When You’re in Control of Things?
Researchers explore why our perception of time changes when we enjoy and feel in control of our actions.... Read More...
Mindfulness Meditation and Relaxation Response Have Different Effects on Brain Function
A new study reports relaxation exercises strengthens coupling between brain areas associated with deliberate control, while mindfulness strengthens coupling between areas associated with sensory awareness and perception.... Read More...