social behavior

Summary: A recent study used PET imaging to examine synaptic connections in autistic and non-autistic adults, marking the first time …

Summary: Smiles during face-to-face conversations strongly impact connection, with the intensity of one person’s smile often influencing the other. Researchers …

Summary: A recent study examines how the structure of social networks influences the spread of both diseases and ideas, using …

Summary: A new study of single Americans aged 18 to 24 highlights the key role that satisfying friendships play in …

Summary: Bottlenose dolphins use an “open mouth” expression, similar to a smile, during playful interactions with other dolphins. This expression …

Summary: A new study shows that brain synchronization between a neurotypical person and someone with autism is weaker compared to …

Summary: A new study shows that out-of-body experiences (OBEs), including near-death experiences, can dramatically increase empathy and transform how individuals …

Summary: A new paper argues that group living significantly affects how animals sleep, with behaviors like synchronized REM sleep in …

Summary: Increasing knowledge can lead to negative outcomes when individuals use it for self-interest rather than collective good. Researchers argue …

Summary: Researchers have discovered how the brain’s neural circuits regulate imitative behavior, a key component of social interaction. Using a …