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As with many things about human behaviour, we can turn to Charles Darwin for some insights. (Photo: Pixabay)

Universality of expressions

The amazing consistency of physical expressions in dealing with pride, as well as for shame, has fascinated many...

20 July 2018 12:16 AM IST

On hearing about the disease let us call it X, most patients would search for details on the internet.

Math behind diseases

This is likely the first question that one would ask when faced with an unfortunate diagnosis, such as a heart disease.

1 Feb 2018 12:12 AM IST

Retail buyers will be allocated shares at a discount of 5 per cent to the cut-off price.

Anchoring theory

Start the conversation by setting your expectation upfront.

28 Sept 2017 12:54 AM IST

When one needs to choose the food to eat, and the choice is between the chocolate brownie and the fruit salad, there are many factors that we might consider. (Representational image)

Thought for food

The truth is, we eat not just to satisfy our hunger, but also for a lot of emotional and habitual reasons.

5 July 2017 12:55 AM IST

Mind Science: Why optical illusion happens

Mind Science: Why optical illusion happens

What is the Hering Illusion?

19 Jan 2017 12:30 AM IST

Most of us have our own means of making decisions involving large numbers.

Larger than life figures

Most of our early ancestors never had to worry about large numbers.

8 Dec 2016 12:24 AM IST