Posts Tagged ‘threats’
Why getting scared ‘magnifies’ our eyes
U. TORONTO (CAN) — We go wide-eyed with fear because a larger visual field makes it easier to see threats, and the expression can help others spot the source of danger, say researchers. Continue…
Wednesday, May 8, 2013 12:41 - 0 Comments
Society & Culture - Apr 24, 2013 8:58 - 0 Comments
With a posse, threats seem less scary
MICHIGAN STATE (US) — Like hyenas, humans perceive threats as closer than they really are. But mix in others from their group, and that misperception disappears. (more…)
Society & Culture - Apr 16, 2013 15:03 - 2 Comments
Testosterone pumps up threats for tough guys
STANFORD (US) — The higher a man’s testosterone level, the more macho he’s likely to act when his masculinity is threatened, a new study finds. (more…)
Top Stories - Dec 11, 2012 10:52 - 4 Comments
Perception differs for grody vs. threatening
NYU/CORNELL (US) — We’re likely to see threatening objects as closer to us than they really are, but the same effect doesn’t apply when we’re grossed out, new research shows. (more…)
Top Stories - Jun 18, 2012 10:35 - 2 Comments
Yankee fans misjudge miles to Fenway
NYU (US) — Fans of the New York Yankees incorrectly perceive Fenway Park, home of the archrival Boston Red Sox, as closer to New York City than Camden Yards, home of the Baltimore Orioles. (more…)
