Data Science and Network Theory Uncovers Why "Game Of Thrones" Was Such a Hit

Medicine & Technology Nov 03, 2020

Researchers from five universities teamed up to use data science and network theory in unraveling the secrets behind the cultural phenomenon "Game of Thrones."

Chimpanzees Become Selective in Their Relationships as They Get Older

Oct 29, 2020

The socioemotional selectivity theory was first developed by Laura Carstensen, explaining the link between life goals and perception of time.

The Psychology Behind Man Caves & She Sheds

Sep 26, 2020

A man's feeling of needing a "man cave" is connected to an emotional level and is also considered a form of self-expression. More recently, women have been seeking the female equivalent, or what is more popularly known as a "she shed."

Does Spending Time With Friends Make You Happier Than Your Family?

Sep 18, 2020

Friends and family that make up our closest relationships make up a significant part of our happiness. A study reveals the importance of activities done with friends, family, and kids, and how these affect our levels of happiness.

Unruly Limbs but Synchronized Sleep Patterns: Research Says Sharing Beds With Your Partner Can Benefit Mental Health and Memory

Jun 27, 2020

Research finds that there are benefits to sleeping next to your partner. Not only will you get a better night's sleep, but it could also improve your memory and improve your mental health.

Work Relationships: How Do You Make It Last?

Jun 10, 2019

How would you feel if you sent an email to a colleague asking for his opinion and days have passed and yet you haven't received a reply? Perhaps, you too would wonder what went wrong. You become concerned about whether you have offended that person because you didn't get a reply. Maybe you also wondered how you would interact with that person when you see them but yet to receive a reply to your email. Your interaction with your colleagues says a lot about how successful workplace communication is (or not).

Grandmothers Are The Key To Romantic, Monogamous Relationships -- Study

Sep 13, 2015

The evolution of the human monogamy was apparently causing the existence of our grandmothers.