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Behind the Mask: The Myth of the Psychopath
The idea of the psychopath is both comforting and dangerous. The Myth of the Born Criminal helps explain why.
The Upside of Not Fitting In
Social exclusion enhances our ability to manage the emotions of others.
Buy? Sell? Let Me Check With My Financial Advisor: Facebook
New research finds a link between the emotions expressed in Facebook status updates and next-day stock market activity.
Facebook Has Always Manipulated Your Emotions
And positive psychologists would say that this is a good thing.
The 30 Top Thinkers Under 30: The Crafty Artist Who Wants to Understand Human Vulnerability
For the month of April we're profiling the individuals who made our inaugural list of the 30 top thinkers under 30, the young men and women we predict will have a serious impact on the social, political, and economic issues we cover every day here at Pacific Standard.
Computers See Human Pain Better Than You
A new study reveals that expression recognition software performs way better than humans at discriminating between real and fake emotion.
A History of Humans Loving Inanimate Objects
While the idea of a person falling in love with the Eiffel Tower might seem like a relatively new one, it's a kind of affection that's been around forever.
For Some, Sad Music Can Bring Happiness
New research suggests that music can lift you out of a funk—if you can truly immerse yourself in its beauty.
Dim the Lights, Dampen Your Emotions
New research suggests bright lighting intensifies both positive and negative feelings.