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The Expression of the Emotions in the Blind and the Sighted

There is ongoing debate regarding whether facial expressions of emotions are innate or learned, challenging the basic emotion approach.

Why the "optimism bias" rules our hopes for the future

Optimism is a psychological trait that can be influenced over time through conscious effort and understanding of its origins.

The Expression of the Emotions in the Blind and the Sighted

There is ongoing debate regarding whether facial expressions of emotions are innate or learned, challenging the basic emotion approach.

Why the "optimism bias" rules our hopes for the future

Optimism is a psychological trait that can be influenced over time through conscious effort and understanding of its origins.
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#genetics

The big idea: can you inherit memories from your ancestors?

Genetics shapes complex traits like temperament, resilience, and ideologies, interacting with lived experiences to create a nuanced matrix of influence.

Blaming our genes: The heritability of behavior

Both genetics and environment influence complex behaviors like mood and personality.

The big idea: can you inherit memories from your ancestors?

Genetics shapes complex traits like temperament, resilience, and ideologies, interacting with lived experiences to create a nuanced matrix of influence.

Blaming our genes: The heritability of behavior

Both genetics and environment influence complex behaviors like mood and personality.
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Where Does Math Come From?

Math's essence is debated: is it a discovery of the universe or a human invention?

How I Created a Fictional Psychopath

Understanding psychopathy requires both imagination and a deep dive into scientific literature to portray authentic characters accurately.

I've Noticed That People Who Write "Parenting Doesn't Matter" Articles Have One Thing in Common

Parenting is about warmth and affection, mistakes are okay; children's personalities are influenced by both nature and nurture.
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