Authors

W. Eric Martin

Hot-Blooded Hostility
Focuses on a study regarding the connection between hostility and heart disease, conducted by psychology professor Barbara Frederickson. Observation on the blood pressure of hostile respondents; Damages incurred on the arterial walls due to hyperactivity.
Paying Attention to Girls with ADHD
Focuses on a study regarding the incidence of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) among girls and boys, published in the 'American Journal of Psychiatry.' Statistics of boys who are likely to be diagnosed with ADHD in comparison with girls; Genetic aspects of the disorder.
Faces: The Eyes Have It
How to read emotions. The upper face displays inborn emotions, while the lower face exhibits learned emotions.
DO SPORTS KEEP KIDS UNDER CONTROL?
Focuses on a study which examined the association between sports participation and risks of substance and alcohol abuse in children. Differences in the results of the studies on children from rural and urban areas; Reason for the differences.
READING THE MIND To Determine Innocence
Focuses on brain fingerprinting, a technique that measures brain activity or inactivity following attempts to trigger memories. Importance of the technique in proving the innocence of a suspect; How the procedure is administered; How Terry Harrington, a suspect who has served 22 years in prison, might be freed by using the technique.
Online Buddies
There's a limit to what online communication can relay about personality. A person's gender can be detected, but not much more.
A Wink and a Smile
Men and women often misunderstand each other's flirtation signals.
A Brand New You
They were once just casual acquaintances. Now they're our wanna-be best buds. So who calls the shots when it comes to you and your favorite brand?

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