Loneliness is a common feeling, but why do lonely people often feel that their social interactions aren't enough? Some researchers think it might be due to their views of the world. If lonely people see the world as a negative place, they might not engage in social interactions that could help them
You know those tiny video clips that people watch on their phones in China? They're a massive deal there. But what makes them so irresistible? Researchers believe it's partly because of stress. When life gets tough, folks tend to look for ways to unwind and connect with others. Short videos can be a
Ever pondered how we can predict what others might do? Well, it turns out our brains aren't just good at making one guess. Nope, they create multiple possibilities and then rank them based on how likely they seem. This helps us deal with uncertain situations. Picture this: you're playing a game, and
Ever wondered how politicians communicate just by their facial expressions? A study explored this by watching 150 video clips of American politicians being interviewed. They found something surprising: politicians tend to mimic each other's facial expressions, whether they are agreeing or disagreein
A new study suggests that COVID-19 lockdowns may have accelerated brain aging in teenagers, particularly girls. Researchers at the University of Washington found that the cerebral cortex, the brain's outer layer responsible for higher-level thinking, thinned more rapidly in teens during the pandemi
