Category: Psychology

  • The Science of Selfies: How Photo Perspective Reveals Our Intentions

    The Science of Selfies: How Photo Perspective Reveals Our Intentions

    Have you ever wondered why some people take selfies while others prefer to capture the scene from their own eyes? A new study reveals that the perspective of a photo reflects what we want to remember and share about an event. Why We Take Selfies The study, published in the journal Social Psychological and Personality…

  • The Science of Lying: How to Identify and Deal with Liars

    The Science of Lying: How to Identify and Deal with Liars

    Lying is a common human behavior that can range from harmless white lies to serious deception. According to a 2004 Reader’s Digest poll, as many as 96% of people admit to lying at least sometimes. However, lying can also have negative consequences for the liar and the lied-to, such as eroding trust, damaging relationships, and…