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Sorry, Not Sorry: When Apologizing Makes Things Worse
Adding the word 'sorry' to a rejection just makes it worse, says a new study. HowStuffWorks explains why.
Research Confirms It: We Really Are Getting Dumber
A new study shows that IQ levels have been falling since 1975, reversing a 20th-century trend.
Why Is Yawning Contagious?
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Contagious yawning is associated with the same parts of the brain that deal with empathy, according to a recent study. Learn about contagious yawning.
How Cave Biology Works
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Cave biology is the study of the animal specimens that live and evolve in caves. Learn about cave biology and cave animals in this article.
Mind
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Mind is a term used in the study and practice of psychology. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about the term mind.
People Sleep More Soundly With Their Dogs in the Bedroom ... With One Exception
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HowStuffWorks looks at a new study that finds out how well people sleep with a dog in their room or their bed.
How Meteorology Works
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Meteorology is the study of the atmosphere and the myriad phenomena that keep it in moving. Learn how far meteorology has come over the years.
The Immigrant Paradox: Why Acculturation Should Not Mean Assimilation
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Studies have shown that for immigrants, assimilation into the new culture can be bad for your health, family relationships and educational attainment.
Scientists Working on Converting Human Waste Into Food for Astronauts
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HowStuffWorks looks at a study on how human waste can become food - particularly important for astronauts in space.
Pluto: Is It a Planet After All?
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Back in 2006, the International Astronomical Union decided to demote Pluto to the status of a dwarf planet. A historical study challenges that designation.