60-Second Mind show

60-Second Mind

Summary: Leading science journalists provide a weekly one-minute commentary on the latest developments in the science of brain and behavior. For a full-length, weekly podcast you can subscribe to Science Talk: The Podcast of Scientific American . To view all our archived podcasts please visit: www.scientificamerican.com/podcast

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Podcasts:

 What Fighting Couples Want | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:01:40

Fighting couples don't want an apology, but rather for one partner to relinquish power. Christie Nicholson reports

 Expansive Postures May Lead Us to Dishonesty | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:01:32

A study finds that large, expansive body postures may influence people's honesty. Christie Nicholson reports

 Training Can Increase Empathy | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:01:26

A particular type of meditation training led study subjects to become more altruistic. Christie Nicholson reports

 Memory Loss during Menopause | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:01:30

Many women complained about memory loss during menopause, but a recent study provides the evidence. Christie Nicholson reports

 The Quirk of a High IQ | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:01:31

It seems that those with high IQs have a beneficial quirk in their ability to perceive a moving scene. Christie Nicholson

 How to Enjoy Your Decision | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:01:32

When facing a lot of choice, it is best to decide on one option and then physically shut off all others. Christie Nicholson reports

 Inside the Mind of a Psychopath | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:01:40

The brains of psychopaths react differently to images of someone being hurt than the brains of non-psychopaths. Christie Nicholson reports

 Money Is Valued Differently Depending on How It's Earned | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:01:26

We tend to diminish the value of money earned through questionable means. Christie Nicholson reports

 Green Spaces Promote Happier Communities | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:01:23

A long-term survey of more than 10,000 people finds that green spaces make for better moods. Christie Nicholson reports

 Memory Improves with Sleep | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:01:34

Sleep plays a crucial role in better memory. Christie Nicholson reports

 Being Monkey in the Middle Is Stressful | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:01:35

A recent study of macaque monkeys finds that those who are of middle status tend to experience the most stress. Christie Nicholson reports

 Unhealthy Eating Leaves You in a Bad Mood | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:01:23

If you are in a bad mood don't try to comfort yourself with unhealthy food. Christie Nicholson reports

 Mindfulness May Improve Test Scores | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:01:30

A recent study finds that a meditation practice improved Graduate Record Exam scores. Christie Nicholson reports

 We Think the Future Is Closer Than the Past | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:01:32

A recent study finds that we might think of time as though we are literally moving through it. Christie Nicholson reports

 Sexting Habits of Teens | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:01:26

A recent study takes a closer look at the sexting habits of one particular subgroup within teens. Christie Nicholson reports

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