People with these rare brain disorders have a disturbingly skewed perception of reality
Imagine being able to feel everything another person is feeling — their pleasure and their pain? Or being convinced, despite all evidence to the contrary, that you're dead? These are just a few of the strange brain disorders that have plagued a rare set of people over the years. Oliver Sacks' …
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2 simple ways to get people to listen when you speak, according to a Stanford communication expert
You're probably not as good of a listener as you think you are. Statistically, it's true for most people. Many professionals believe that they're …
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Amanda Bynes says she gained over 20 pounds while depressed, shares dramatic weight-loss goals
Amanda Bynes is ready for a fresh start. The “Easy A” star shared on her Instagram Story Thursday that she has been suffering from depression, which …
What the term 'Wi-Fi' actually means
Have you ever thought about where the term Wi-Fi comes from? Most people would logically assume it’s a shortened version of some highly technical description for the tech that allowed computers to access the internet wirelessly. But those people would be wrong. The term Wi-Fi isn’t an abbreviated …
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Experts Say This Eating Habit Can Be An Early Sign Of Dementia
This food habit is linked to a specific type of dementia. Studies have shown that everything from brushing your teeth to climbing the stairs can reveal signs of early dementia. And now, it seems that how you take your dinner could indicate whether or not you've got a condition called frontotemporal …
Cannabis Can Help Women Reach Orgasm, But It’s ‘More Than Pleasure’
Over half of women have faked an orgasm. Surprised? Probably not. But while some women fake it from time-to-time, for others the lack of ability to reach orgasm is a far more debilitating issue. Female orgasm disorder/difficulty (FOD), sometimes referred to as orgasm dysfunction, occurs when an …
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57 Years Ago, a Legendary Psychologist Discovered the 7-38-55 Rule. It's Still the Secret to Exceptional Emotional Intelligence
The classic psychological rule is often misapplied. But when understood correctly, it can radically improve your EQ. As someone whose whole job it is to write things that grab attention on the internet, I'm not surprised that the 7-38-55 rule has stuck around for 57 years. It's incredibly …