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After completing a bachelor's degree in biology and masters degree in psychology, I went on to do just about everything that's legal (and perhaps a few things that weren't). In my convoluted career path, I have wandered into zoo keeping, copywriting, market

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Sciences > Physiology Why we yawn: 2 of 6
Everyone knows that yawns are contagious. A person will often yawn after seeing someone else do so. Even reading the word y-a-w-n can trigger the behavior. And just try stopping in mid-yawn! You can't. Once a person begins to yawn, this instinctive, hard-wired fixed action pattern (FAP) must run its course, from beginning to... More..
Sciences > Zoology The role of natural selection in evolution: 2 of 6
In 1858, Charles Darwin and Alfred Wallace released a joint scientific paper which introduced the concept of evolution by means of natural selection. This paper, along with Darwin's subsequent publication, "The Origin of Species," changed the way science and society explain events in our natural world. Many scientists before... More..
Sciences > Zoology What is cryptozoology?: 2 of 6
Literally translated, cryptozoology is the study of hidden animals. However, most mainstream scientists consider the majority of creatures that interest cryptozoologists to be so well hidden that they are, in fact, nonexistent. The legendary Bigfoot and Loch Ness Monster are two of the most highly publicized darlings of cryp... More..
Relationships & Family > Domestic Violence & Abuse Relationship between psychopathic traits and domestic violence: 1 of 3
Are individuals who have psychopathic traits more likely to be domestic abusers, are they a different type of abuser, and how might all this impact treatment? Here's a summery of new research into the connection between antisocial personality traits and domestic abuse. A recent study published in the October issue of Law and... More..
Health & Fitness > Infectious Diseases Difference between the novel H1N1 swine flu and seasonal influenza: 1 of 3
Every year thousands of people, primarily the elderly, die from the seasonal influenza. But this year, the world has to worry about pandemic influenza as well, the new H1N1 swine flu virus. What are we doing to prepare for the approaching double barrel flu season? * What Is Seasonal Flu? * Seasonal flu is caused by influenza... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Psychology Understanding the natural roots of dog behavior: 1 of 3
You don't need to have Cesar Millan's mad skills as a dog whisperer to enjoy an easy, fun relationship with your canine. Here are some tips, based on canine ethology (the science of animal behavior), that can help you and Fido avoid a whack pack. Your Dog Is Not a Four-legged Person Most behavioral problems of pet dogs are a... More..
Sciences > Genetics How genetic mutation influences the process of evolution: 1 of 3
A mutation is an alteration of a gene's DNA sequence. Mutations are usually bad news, but those rare changes that benefit an organism are the raw material of evolution. Isn't Mutation a Bad Thing? DNA needs to be copied when cells divide, so that each new cell has a complete set of genetic instructions. The cellular process ... More..
Health & Fitness > Personality Disorders Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD): 1 of 3
Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) is a type of psychological personality disorder characterized primarily by grandiosity, need for admiration, and lack of empathy. Narcissism occurs in a spectrum of severity, but the pathologically narcissistic tend to be extremely self-absorbed, intolerant of others' perspectives, ins... More..
Health & Fitness > Medical Ethics Should you donate or private bank umbilical cord blood?: 1 of 3
Parents who'd like to save their newborn's cord blood have the option of storing it at a private cord blood bank or donating it to a public bank. Here's information on both options. * What Is Cord Blood Banking? * Umbilical cord blood is human blood that can be obtained from the placenta and umbilical cord shortly after birt... More..
Hobbies & Games > Kids Games & Toys What makes ant farms fun and educational toys for children: 1 of 3
Are your kids whining for a pet, but you're not ready for a high maintenance dog or cat? Consider purchasing an ant farm for your children. Not only will it satisfy their desire for a pet, ant farms are action-packed educational tools that are so fun, you kids won't even realize that they're learning. * The Fascinating World... More..