Thursday, August 14, 2014

About Psychology: What Do People Dream About?

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Have you ever wondered what other people dream about? It turns out, people all over the world often have very similar (and sometimes strange) dreams.
What People Really Dream About

 

Have you ever had any of these common dreams?

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Tuesday, August 12, 2014

About Psychology: Are You a Genius?

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Have you taken any of the quizzes that have been popping up on social media suggesting they can tell you your IQ? Are you wondering what IQ scores even really mean? In this week's newsletter, we'll take a closer look at:

What Is Considered a Genius IQ Score?
You might be pretty smart, but are you MENSA material? Learn more about what it takes to be considered a genius.
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What Is the Average IQ Score?
The majority of people have an IQ score within 15 points of the average, but what exactly is the average score?

 

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How Are IQ Scores Calculated?
What do IQ scores really mean? Exactly how are they calculated? Learn more about how IQ tests are scored and how these results are interpreted.
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Are People With High IQs More Successful in Life?
People with high IQs also tend to be more successful, right? Research suggests that IQ can help, but it isn't the only factor that determines success.
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Tuesday, August 5, 2014

About Psychology: Does Practice Make Perfect?

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The old saying implies that practice makes perfect, but the latest research actually suggests that practice alone might not be the key variable leading to expertise. In this week's newsletter, learn more about:

Does Practice Make Perfect?
g-practice.jpgWhen learning a new skill, does practice really make perfect? New research looks at the real impact of practice and just how much it contributes to performance.

 

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How to Become a More Effective Learner
Have you ever wished you could learn new things quickly and easily? Well here are a few research-proven tips that can help.

 

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Who Was Kitty Genovese?
Kitty Genovese's tragic 1964 murder sparked outrage and interest in the bystander effect. Learn more about the myths surrounding her death.
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Christine Ladd-Franklin: Her Life and Work
Christine Ladd-Franklin became an eminent psychologist despite facing considerable discrimination because she was a women. Learn more about her remarkable life and work.


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