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How Sleep Deprivation Works
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Pulled an all-nighter last night? You're a danger to yourself and others. Find out why sleep deprivation is such a hazard.
Does sleep deprivation lead to risky decisions?
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Does sleep deprivation lead to risky decisions? Some research shows we can make bad choices when tired. Learn about sleep deprivation and risky decisions.
What's the Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon?
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Have you ever met someone with a unique first name, and then all of a sudden you hear the name everywhere you turn? That's the Baader-Meinhof phenomenon at work. How did it get that handle?
How Willpower Works
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Willpower allows us to resist urges and impulses. Learn about willpower in this article.
How Much Do You Know About Your Organs?
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You may think you know your body, but there are 78 organs that are helping it function. Just how well do you know your organs and what they do for you?
How Lust Works
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What is lust? How does it help promote long-term mating? Read about lust at HowStuffWorks.
Is Your Zodiac Sign Among the Smartest? Astrological Insights
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Discover what is the smartest zodiac sign and explore the unique traits of astrological intelligence. Learn how each sign’s smarts shine in different ways!
Mind-Body Exercise Connection
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What is the mind-body exercise connection? Learn about the mind-body exercise connection at Discovery Health.
Why are people's brains different sizes?
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Brain sizes in humans differ, but why? And who has the bigger brain, men or women? Let's take a look at human brain sizes and see if size matters.
Do Plants Make Music?
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Machines can translate some of the biological functions of plants into synthesizer sounds. But are these synthesized translations the same thing as music?