Research Pinpoints Brain's 'Gullibility' Center

"Changes in this region could explain why seniors, children are less doubting"


The 'Busy' Trap

"It’s become the default response when you ask anyone how they’re doing: “Busy!” “So busy.” “Crazy busy.” It is, pretty obviously, a boast disguised as a complaint. "

Why Tragedies Result In Overreactions: 'Our Brains Aren't Very Good At Risk Analysis'

" It's not as if anyone truly aims to make the world worse post-tragedy, it's just that the human brain is more than happy to sabotage better rationale, thanks to its inherent limitations."