Speaking of Psychology: Nonverbal Communication Speaks Volumes

If you think reading people is not a science, think again. Understanding expressions that only appear on someone’s face for tenths of a second can mean a lot to those who know what to look for. In this episode of “Speaking of Psychology” (an American Psychological Association Podcast), psychologist and nonverbal communication expert David Matsumoto,…

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What Would Happen If Santa Didn’t Exist?

What would happen if Santa didn’t exist ?  Many people are thinking, well he doesn’t exist. True, but what if even the idea of Santa didn’t exist?  How would that Holiday Season compare to the current one that (technically) lies about his existence ? Is it even healthy to lie to our children about a…

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Link Between Violent Video Games and Aggression

*Finds insufficient research to link violent video game play to criminal violence WASHINGTON — Violent video game play is linked to increased aggression in players but insufficient evidence exists about whether the link extends to criminal violence or delinquency, according to a new American Psychological Association task force report. “The research demonstrates a consistent relation…

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ICYMI: Can a Photograph Serve as a Reliable Document of Truth?

Humintell Director Dr. Matsumoto sat down with photographer Kris Davidson for an interview at the Academy of Art University in San Francisco California. Produced for an MFA level documentary photography course, Dr. Matsumoto shares valuable insights on the potential of a photograph to serve as a reliable document of truth.