Ask Dr. Universe: Why do we get jealous?
PULLMAN, Wash. – Cats love attention, but we don’t get jealous like humans do. It’s one of those emotions that set human beings apart from other creatures in the animal kingdom.
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Counseling psych professor wins national mid-career award
By Trevor Havard, College of Education intern PULLMAN, Wash. – A Washington State University associate professor is one of five national winners of a new award for mid-career psychologists based on accomplishment, peer recommendation and commitment to multicultural issues.
March 7: Psychology students teach about the human brain
PULLMAN, Wash. – Psychology students from Washington State University will teach visitors about the human brain 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, March 7, at the Palouse Discovery Science Center, 950 NE Nelson Court, Pullman.
Tools help elderly maintain independence
SPOKANE, Wash. – Sometimes a simple tool to help put on a pair of socks or open a jar can keep the elderly or those with disabilities living independently in their own home longer.
Infant temperaments may reflect parents’ cultural values
By Will Ferguson, College of Arts & Sciences PULLMAN, Wash. – Dutch babies laugh, smile and like to cuddle more than their American counterparts.
Human-animal interaction expert named national chair
By C. Brandon Chapman, College of Education PULLMAN, Wash. – A Washington State University animal-lover and researcher is being recognized for her expertise on how humans and animals interact.
‘Exploding head syndrome’ a real, overlooked sleep disorder
By Eric Sorensen, WSU science writer PULLMAN, Wash.—It sounds like a phrase from Urban Dictionary or the title of an animated gif, but a Washington State University researcher says “exploding head syndrome” is an authentic and largely overlooked phenomenon that warrants a deeper look.
New WSU work develops first ‘spitefulness scale’
By Eric Sorensen, WSU science writer PULLMAN, Wash. – Some of the world’s nastiest behavior grows out of spite, the dark art of hurting an opponent even when it comes at a price to yourself.
Outgoing behavior makes for happier humans
By Rebecca E. Phillips, University Communications PULLMAN, Wash. – Happy is as happy does, apparently—for human beings all over the world. Not only does acting extroverted lead to more positive feelings across several cultures, but people also report more upbeat behavior when they feel free to be themselves.
Faculty member earns state honor for community engagement
RICHLAND, Wash. – Paul Strand, associate professor of psychology at Washington State University Tri-Cities, has won a statewide award for exemplary civic engagement by university faculty.