Jeremy Dean's Blog, page 33

12 Riveting Studies About Boredom — Why (Almost) Everything We Do To Escape Is Wrong (P)

From bizarre dreams to risky choices, boredom does more than you think. Here’s what psychology reveals about your most yawn-inducing moments.

A Common Drink That Boosts Memory By 70% (M)

Memory loss risk reduced by this common drink.

Why Some Perfectionists Burn Out — And Others Do Not (M)

Research uncovers when perfectionism is a strength and when it is a liability.

The Most Attractive Quality In A Friend Is Exactly What Narcissists Lack (M)

Narcissists tend to make friends quickly, but often find it hard to keep them because they lack a critical quality.

The Overlooked Vitamin That Protects The Brain From Aging (M)

Low intake of this vitamin might hinder cognitive functions like learning and memory.

This Blood Pressure Reading Increases Dementia Risk 45% (M)

The damage from elevated blood pressure seems to accumulate over time.

How Nature Rewires The Brain’s Pain Response (M)

Even virtual nature can ease pain -- no medication required.

One Question That Predicts Your Happiness 10 Years From Now (M)

The question is a test of how connected you feel to your future self and it can reveal how happy you will be.

How To Read A Dog’s Emotions: Why It’s Harder Than You Think (M)

Why people consistently misread the mood of dogs.

This Personality Trait Is A Strong Sign You Are Highly Empathetic (M)

One personality trait is linked to understanding other people's feelings.