Human Perception
Human Perception deals with the way the mind perceives the stimuli around you. Learn how your senses function and help you recognize your environment.
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Study Highlights Unique Stereotypes About Biracial Americans
A study found that stereotypes of Americans who identified with more than one race were different from stereotypes applied to people of one race. What were they and what do biracial people think about these findings?
People Want to Go Under the Knife to Look Like Their Snapchat Selfies
You'll never look like your Snapchat self, but that's not stopping people from trying.
Are Artists Hardwired for Poverty?
A new study out of Germany claims that artists are less driven by monetary rewards than other people.
Why Can't You Taste Your Tongue?
It may seem like a ridiculous question, but it's actually kind of a mindbender.
The Language You Speak Affects How You Perceive Time
Swedish speakers tend to measure time by distance, while Spanish speakers tend to say measure it by volume. But how does this difference in expression affect how people perceive time?
Kids Aren't Bad at Identifying Smells. They Just Aren't Familiar With Many.
We get better at recognizing certain odor groups as we get older, a new study shows.
Your Feet Can Taste Garlic
After you try this pungent party trick, you'll never doubt the power of garlic.
What Makes That Person Creepy?
John Turturro played one to perfection in "The Big Lebowski." The guys from Stuff to Blow Your Mind investigate how people become creepy.
Why You Hate the Weird Sound of Your Own Voice
The reason why cringe when you hear your weird, terrible, monstrous voice? It all has to do with physics, biology and sonics.
Psychologists Prove a 'Superman' Disguise Could Actually Fool People
Want to hide in plain sight? It may be easier than you think.
How 17 Equals 49.6: The Amazing Multiplying Women
Statistics show people have a strange tendency to overestimate the female presence. What are the actual stats behind the "too many women" complaint?
Science Says Your Selfies Are Less Attractive Than You Think
Think that shot of you in the changing room mirror should be posted and shared? You might want to think again, depending on whether you care how you're perceived.
This Just In: Know-it-alls Know Nothing at All
A study showed that self-professed experts claimed knowledge of concepts in their field that don't really exist.
When It Comes to Lying, the Nose Knows
Forget about shifty eyes — your nose heats up when you're not telling the truth.
Can optimism make you healthier?
"Look on the bright side!" It's advice people have been doling out for ages, but could a positive outlook actually benefit your physical well-being?
Do women have a better sense of taste than men?
Girls have better taste than boys — as in the sense, that is. Find out why women's ability to distinguish between sweet and sour trumps mens'.
What causes 'old person' smell?
We may not know how to describe it very well, but we all recognize "old person" smell whenever it happens to grace our nostrils. But while the scent may be ubiquitous, its causes are a little less clear.
6 Reasons Why We're Fascinated by the Royal Family
What's all the media craze about the royal baby? Dr. Nicole Joseph, DFH blogger and licensed psychiatrist, weighs in on the story.
Break the Cycle of Negative Thinking
When facing tough times, it can seem next to impossible to turn things around. Find out why negative feelings can cycle out of control, and how to break the chain.
5 Ways to Build Self-confidence
Confident people aren't born, they're made, and we've got the tips to get you on your way to building your own self-confidence.
What is metacognition?
Metacognition strategies can help you learn better. Learn about metacognition in this article.
Awaken Your Senses Pictures
Did you know there are ways to improve your senses? Small changes like changing your diet, sleeping more and exercising can make a big difference. Learn simple ways to enhance you senses.
Perception
Perception, an awarereness of impressions received through the senses. The process of gaining perception is called perceiving.
Conscience
Conscience, the moral sense, or the power to tell right from wrong. In theological tradition, conscience is the voice of God in the soul indicating the righteous course of conduct.
Imagination
Imagination, a process of thought by which past experiences are rearranged to form a new mental image.
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