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Psychology
Bunnies, Stinkbugs and Maggots: The Secrets of Empathy
Feeling what someone else feels isn’t easy, but the brain is wired for it
This is Your Brain On Fairness
Generosity, decency, your respect for a square deal—they’re all about neurochemistry
Why Changing a Team’s Logo Can Mean More Wins
The 3-0 Miami Dolphins are just the latest professional sports team to change their most recognizable symbol—and promptly soar in the standings.
What’s to Blame For Stock Market Bubbles? Your Brain
We can all read minds a little bit. But markets—as we painfully learn—are mindless minds
How You Tune Out Your Spouse—and Why
Even the best listeners learn to hear selectively when they’re married. That can be a good thing.
Mice With OCD Can Mean New Hope for Humans
A new study of mouse brains leads to new insights — and perhaps new treatments — for a common disorder
Revealed: The One Big Secret to Successful Haggling
Few people have mastered the art of the haggle. It all starts with avoiding round numbers
The Mind of the Kidnap Victim: How They Endure and Recover
A decade of confinement can do untold psychic trauma, yet the Cleveland victims may well move past it
The Evil Brain: What Lurks Inside a Killer’s Mind
As tragedies like Boston and Newtown mount, scientists and criminologists are trying harder than ever to understand the minds behind the crimes