Month: May 2023

The Window to the Speaker’s Soul: How Negative Expressive Adjectives Shape Language Processing

Imagine you’re at a party, and someone walks in wearing an outrageous outfit. Instantly, you can tell from their expression and choice of words whether they think it looks good or awful. Similar to this scenario, researchers have looked into how our brains process negative expressive adjectives like ‘damn.’ This study explores whether understanding the […]

Published on May 19, 2023

Are Our Notions of Identity Set in Stone?

Imagine thinking that a person’s identity is as unchangeable as the shape of a mountain. Well, according to this research, that might not be the case. The study delves into the concept of identity essentialism, which suggests that people have a tendency to view categories or kinds as having unalterable core characteristics. However, the findings […]

Published on May 19, 2023

When Older Parents Resist Help or Advice, Use These Tips to Cope

Imagine you’re a mechanic offering advice on car repairs to your stubborn aunt who insists she knows how to fix her own engine. You don’t want to steamroll her or take away her autonomy, but you also worry about her safety. So, how should you approach the situation? Experts suggest that respecting an older person’s […]

Published on May 19, 2023