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Why Can We Hear Others' Footsteps, But Not Our Own?
HowStuffWorks looks at a new study trying to determine why we can hear other people's footsteps but not the ones we make.
Why Are You So Tired? 5 Most Common Sleep Mistakes
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HowStuffWorks looks at the most common sleep mistakes and how to fix them.
What exactly is amnesia?
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What is amnesia? Usually we think of head trauma that causes people to forget who they are, but there are other forms of amnesia too. Learn more here.
ASMR Meaning and Why ASMR Videos Are So Popular
ASMR has become a pop phenomenon and scientists are trying to figure out why some people love those tingling-inducing videos and others can't stand them.
How Dying Works
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Dying is the natural end to life, but knowing that doesn't make the physical reality of death any easier. Find out what happens to the body as it's dying.
Phineas Gage and the Birth of Modern Neuroscience
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In the annals of neuroscience, few names are as memorable as Phineas Gage. His story remains a foundational example for both medical and psychology students, bridging medicine, psychology and history.
Overcoming a Traumatic Experience
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Overcoming a traumatic experience is possible with time and proper support and tools. Learn more about overcoming a traumatic experience.
Pareidolia: Why We See Faces in Almost Everything
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We see faces in clouds, on buildings - heck, in grilled cheese sandwiches. But why is that? And how is this a help to our survival?
Why do we get headaches?
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Headaches are one of the most common medical complaints, but why do we get them? Find out what causes headaches and what the types of headaches are.
How Laughter Works
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In this article, we'll look at laughter -- what it is, what happens in our brains when we laugh, what makes us laugh and how it can make us healthier and happier. You'll also learn that there's a tremendous amount that no one understands yet.