perception
06/08/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Understanding synesthesia: Why some people “hear” silent flashes
Have you ever “heard” silent flashes? You might have a condition similar to synesthesia, where you can perceive one sense differently. According to a study, at least one in five people may have signs of a synesthesia-like phenomenon where they can “hear” silent flashes or movement. Researchers from the City University of London report that even if there isn’t […]
05/06/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Speak to yourself nicely: People who say they are sickly are more likely to be, even if they’re physically active
It’s time to stop being too hard on yourself. According to a study, your perception of your fitness, especially compared to your peers, may affect your actual physical health. The study, which was led by researchers from Stanford University, had determined that individuals who believe they’re not as active as people who are the same age could be […]
03/18/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Listening to music and videos while you work out can distract you from how hard you’re working, improving performance
Listening to music or watching a video while working out can distract you from how tough your routines truly are, according to a report that appeared in the Journal of Sport and Health Science. The study, led by researchers for the University of North Carolina, assessed whether listening to music, watching a video, or a combination of both […]
11/26/2017
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By Rita Winters
The evolution of reality: Psychology professor explains how each generations’ perception of their environment changes the definition of “the natural world”
Each and every person defines nature in his own way. For some, nature may be a city park. Others consider nature simply as a flower pushing through the pavement. No matter how urbanized or polluted a city may be, some people would consider a single tree in the midst of skyscrapers to be “nature”. This […]
11/20/2017
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By Janine Acero
Scientists explore why fear is fun for some; the fight-or-flight chemicals are also present in happiness
What do fear and excitement have in common? Experts reveal, in an article by the Daily Mail, that the “fight-or-flight” response triggered by fear can become a rush of excitement under a different situation. Fear is a fundamental emotion experienced by all complex organisms against perceived danger or threat to their physical being or existence. […]
11/09/2017
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By Michelle Simmons
How well do you resist temptation? Researchers explore why some people have more self-control than others
Have you ever had the urge to do something that you should not, like wanting to eat junk food when you are on a diet? Even though everyone is vulnerable to temptation, some people just seem to have more self-control. Fortunately, a new study from the University of Miami has uncovered why some people can resist […]
11/02/2017
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By Russel Davis
The power of thought: New study finds that what depression patients EXPECT is more important than what they actually take
The efficacy of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) in the treatment of depression has long been questioned within the scientific community due to varying study results. However, recent research published in the EBioMedicine journal has demonstrated that the drug’s efficacy may also be dependent on a patient’s perceptions about the treatment. As part of the study, a team of health experts at the Uppsala […]
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