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How Nostalgia Works
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Nostalgia, contrary to centuries of common knowledge, appears to be a good thing. A really good thing.
How Breakups Work
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Relationship breakups are some of the worst events that can happen. What happens to the psyche in a breakup? And is there a way to make a breakup hurt less?
How the Green Berets Work
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John F. Kennedy called the green beret "a symbol of excellence, a badge of courage, a mark of distinction in the fight for freedom" -- a nod to the most formidable arm of the U.S. military. The Green Berets, or Special Forces, are America's first line of defense around the world.
What Is Jealousy? How Does Jealousy Differ From Envy?
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Everyone's familiar with the green-eyed monster called jealousy. But why do people have those feelings?
Youngest Child Syndrome: The Perks and Challenges of Being the Baby of the Family
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Discover the distinct traits and experiences of the youngest child in the family. This article explores how the 'baby' of the family navigates their role, from extra attention to the challenges of being the youngest sibling.
5 Gay Parenting Myths
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What myths can scientific evidence dispel about same-sex parents? Read about 5 gay parenting myths at HowStuffWorks.
How to Become a Criminal Profiler
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Do you know how to become a criminal profiler? Find out how to become a criminal profiler in this article from HowStuffWorks.
Ridiculous History: When Scientists Hid Under Beds to Do Research
Experimental protocol has changed since the 1930s when two researchers hid under the beds of college students to eavesdrop on their conversations.
Did That Astrologer Read You Right? That's the Barnum Effect
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Are you a person who likes to be social but also values some alone time? You are? How did we guess without knowing you? Welcome to the Barnum effect.
How Curiosity Works
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Curiosity is explained in this article from HowStuffWorks. Learn about the evolution of human curiosity.