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Why does jetlag affect our memories?

Why does jetlag affect our memories?

Is it stress, circadian rhythms, or simply the fact that all airports are cursed?

cognitive psychology, brain biology, but whyClare Jonas19 March 2018memory, travel, circadian rhythmsComment

Why do words get stuck on the tip of your tongue?

Why do words get stuck on the tip of your tongue?

It’s all to do with the different levels of knowledge we have about a word.

cognitive psychology, but whyClare Jonas3 March 2018language, memory, forgettingComment

What makes child prodigies different from other children

What makes child prodigies different from other children

A chat with my guest Zack Cahill about the research on whether child prodigies are made or born.

individual differences, recordings, developmental psychologyClare Jonas23 February 2018childhood, intelligence, IQ, braaaaaaiiins, nature/nurture debateComment

Should I steal my friend's boyfriend?

Should I steal my friend's boyfriend?

Dr Kate Cross explains why it might not be a great idea.

evolutionary psychology, guest blogClare Jonas9 February 2018sex, choices, relationshipsComment

No, you're not right-brained (or left-brained)

No, you're not right-brained (or left-brained)

It’s a myth - but how did it get started and why do we still believe it today?

brain biology, mythsClare Jonas2 February 2018braaaaaaiiins, epilepsyComment

Can astrology tell us anything about our personalities?

Can astrology tell us anything about our personalities?

Short answer: no. Longer answer: read on!

personality, individual differences, mythsClare Jonas19 January 2018astrology, self-fulfilling propheciesComment

Selfie-ish behaviour

Selfie-ish behaviour

Quick, take a selfie! Now, click to find out why you’re likely to have shown one side of your face to the camera.

perception, brain biologyClare Jonas6 January 2018selfies, faces, photography, braaaaaaiiins, art