Some biologists say that between 15-20% of the animal kingdom are sitters. They are defined as having a passive temperament – “slow-to-warm up” to their surroundings, and “often sitting on the sidelines observing.” The other 80% of animals are rovers. The have a more aggressive temperament, making them more engaged with their environment and motivated (more…)
There was an interesting study recently published in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. Researchers at the University of Montreal’s Center for Studies on Human Stress tested to see the effects of cortisol (“the stress hormone,” commonly associated with our body’s fight-or-flight response) on participant’s memories of an emotional event. The experimenters had participants...
When studying the human mind, we often crave simple and easy answers when the truth can be much more complex….
Chimps Treat Death Similar To Humans
Stress is a normal part of our everyday existence, so it’s important we learn how to manage it in a healthy way. Research shows that excessive stress can lead to a range of physical and mental health problems….