Revenge fantasies are certainly satisfying—but are they bad for you? A new study published in the Journal of Behaviour Therapy and Experimental Psychiatry examined exactly that. Researchers subjected several dozen psychologically healthy subjects to three disturbing five-minute clips from Funny Games, Sleepers, and the Girl with the Dragon Tattoo; the … Read More
Here’s the good news: there’s a cure for fear on the horizon, and you can do it in your sleep. The bad news? It’s still a bit theoretical at this point. Writing in the journal Nature Neuroscience, researchers have used exposure therapy and sleep to help patients overcome fear . … Read More
Working late? The colour of your light may be affecting your mood. According to a new study published in the Journal of Neuroscience, blue or white light has the worst effect on one’s mood late at night, whereas red light has less of an impact. Working on Siberian hamsters, researchers … Read More
Fat tailed dwarf lemurs have a talent unique amongst primates. According to a new study published in PLOS One, they can hibernate, and, given how genetically similar they are to humans, scientists would like to know how. If scientists can work out the trick to hibernation, there would be implications … Read More
Ah, Chicago. It’s like Toronto, except with a better waterfront, nicer architecture, and way more murders. But as long as you avoid the south side, you can partake in all the great food and culture the Midwest’s’ mecca has to offer. Where to Sleep If you’re just in your hotel … Read More
