Adversity Is Linked to Life Satisfaction
A certain amount of negative life events is correlated with an overall sense of life satisfaction and happiness. Christie Nicholson reports
Oct 16, 2010•3 min
60-Second Mind
Tune in every Saturday for quick commentary on the latest news in behavior and brain research—it'll just take a minute
Last refreshed: ⓘ
Follow this podcast in the Metacast mobile app to refresh it and see new episodes.
Podcasts are better in Metacast mobile app
Don't just listen to podcasts. Learn from them with transcripts, summaries, and chapters for every episode. Skim, search, and bookmark insights. Learn more
Episodes
Thinking about Time or Money Impacts How We Spend Our Days
Priming our mind with thoughts of time or money influences our future behavior. Christie Nicholson reports
Oct 09, 2010•3 min
Tennis Players' Grunts May Slow Opponents' Reactions
A recent study shows the negative impact that noise can have when one is attempting to predict where a tennis ball will land. Christie Nicholson reports
Oct 02, 2010•3 min
Women Apologize More Frequently Than Men Do
Research confirms that women tend to apologize much more frequently than men do, but there's a curious twist as to why this is the case. Christie Nicholson reports
Sep 25, 2010•3 min
We Only Trust Experts If They Agree with Us
We only consider scientists to be experts when their argument is in line with our own previously held beliefs. Christie Nicholson reports
Sep 18, 2010•3 min
Mind-Reading Tools Go Commercial
The tools used by the commercial industry to detect our thoughts and brain states are very different, and somewhat limited, compared with those used in the research lab. Christie Nicholson reports
Sep 12, 2010•3 min
It's Very Tough to Tell Just How Drunk Someone Is
A recent review of studies on intoxication has determined that we are very bad at determining just how drunk someone is. Christie Nicholson reports
Sep 04, 2010•3 min
Generation X Loyaler to Religion Than Previous Generation
A recent survey analysis reveals that gen-Xers are more likely than baby boomers to remain loyal to religion. Christie Nicholson reports
Aug 28, 2010•3 min
Poor Linguistic Ability May Indicate Risk of Alzheimer's
A series of longitudinal studies done with nuns out of the University of Kentucky shows a significant relationship between linguistic ability early in life and the development of Alzheimer's later in life. Christie Nicholson reports
Aug 22, 2010•3 min
Your Opinion of Climate Change Depends on Your Social Psychology
In a public lecture at the Banff Center for the Arts, science journalist Jay Ingram argues that climate change controversies have little to do with facts and findings. Christie Nicholson reports
Aug 14, 2010•3 min
Psychology Studies Biased toward Western Undergrads
A recent and exhaustive meta-analysis of scientific data shows that top psychology studies tend to make conclusions about human nature based on samples taken solely from Western undergraduate students. Christie Nicholson reports
Aug 07, 2010•4 min
Busting the Myth That Opposites Attract
When it comes to love, we're ambivalent about "opposites attract". Christie Nicholson reports
Jul 31, 2010•3 min
The Impact of Rude Behavior on a Business
New research shows that rudeness between employees can have a far worse impact on a business than rudeness directed toward customers, or even employee incompetence. Christie Nicholson reports
Jul 24, 2010•3 min
Large-Brained Mammals Live Longer
A new study published in the Journal of Evolutionary Biology finds that mammals with larger brains tend to have longer life spans. Christie Nicholson reports
Jul 18, 2010•3 min
Bully or Victim? More Similar Than We Might Think
A new analysis reveals that bullies and victims share more similarities than we might think, with one stand-out difference. Christie Nicholson reports
Jul 10, 2010•3 min
The Connection Between Multiple Sclerosis and Depression
Research in the journal Biological Psychiatry finds a potential physiological connection between multiple sclerosis and depression. Christie Nicholson reports
Jul 03, 2010•3 min
The Real Concern When Couples Fight
New research reveals that nearly all fights between romantic partners can be distilled into two fundamental complaints. Christie Nicholson reports
Jun 26, 2010•3 min
How We Fool Ourselves Over and Over
In a new book "The Invisible Gorilla and Other Ways Our Intuitions Deceive Us," authors Christopher Chabris and Daniel Simons show how little we know about our own knowledge. Christie Nicholson reports
Jun 19, 2010•3 min
The Staying Power of Alcoholics Anonymous
Celebrating its 75th anniversary, Alcoholics Anonymous continues to lead addicts to sobriety as long as they stick with it for the long haul. Christie Nicholson reports
Jun 12, 2010•3 min
Lower IQ Scores Linked to Higher Suicide Risk
A study of over one million men shows a link between IQ scores and attempted suicide. Christie Nicholson reports
Jun 05, 2010•3 min
College Students Are Less Empathic Than Generations Past
Research presented at the conference of the Association for Psychological Science found that today's college students are far less empathic than their counterparts 30 years ago. Christie Nicholson reports
May 29, 2010•3 min
Soil Bacteria Might Increase Learning
Research presented this week shows that exposure to a specific bacteria found in soil increases learning in mice. Christie Nicholson reports
May 24, 2010•3 min
Digging Deeper into the Entire Brain
A recent paper in the journal Nature finally brings some vindication to fMRI, one of the most popular methods used to study the brain. Christie Nicholson reports
May 16, 2010•3 min
Facial Expressions of Mice in Pain
Recent research has found that mice make humanlike facial expressions when they are in pain. Christie Nicholson reports
May 12, 2010•3 min
Risk-Taking Behavior in Teens
Many studies suggest that risk-taking behavior in teens is due to the slow development of brain function that controls impulsivity. New research concludes it's not that simple. Christie Nicholson reports
May 03, 2010•3 min
Auditory Illusions
Two classic auditory illusions. Try them out! Christie Nicholson reports
Apr 25, 2010•3 min
Making a Decision? Take Your Time
A recent study shows that when faced with a decision, it's best to take some time--relax and cool off--so logical thinking can guide us to the best choice. Christie Nicholson reports
Apr 17, 2010•3 min
Using Light to Control the Brain
A new approach to manipulating the brain with light is gaining increasing attention. Christie Nicholson reports
Apr 12, 2010•3 min
Neuroscience Is Everywhere
From literature to architecture, academics and entrepreneurs are using neuroscience to explain everything from why we like a complex narrative thread to why round tables are more social. Christie Nicholson reports
Apr 03, 2010•3 min
Manipulating Moral Judgment
Scientists find that when the area of the brain responsible for understanding the intent of others is disrupted, moral judgment is also affected. Christie Nicholson reports
Mar 29, 2010•3 min
For the best experience, listen in Metacast app for iOS or Android