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Beyond just good manners, why you should always say ‘thank you’

Most of us were taught that saying ‘thank you’ is simply the polite thing to do. But recent research in social psychology suggests that saying ‘thank you’ goes beyond good manners – it also serves to build and maintain social relationships. The research specifically looked at how do expressions of gratitude among strangers shape social

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Worry too much? Don’t fret as it’s a sign of high intelligence, study finds

They are mocked for their frequent fretting but worriers may have the last laugh. Research suggests that being a worrier is a sign of high intelligence. Those who live in constant fear they won’t get everything done and who can’t switch off worrisome thoughts are more articulate. In tests, worriers scored higher in something called

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Classwork Series and Exercises {Biology- SS2}: Reproduction

What is Reproduction? Reproduction means the act of bringing to life young ones that are of the same species. In other word, reproduction is the creation of a new individual or individuals from previously existing individuals. Types of Reproduction There are two types of reproduction. These are: Asexual Reproduction: Only one organism divides to form

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Why Do Dogs Sniff Each Other’s Bottoms? It’s More Complicated Than You Might Imagine

Why do dogs sniff each other’s butts? The answer to that question is a bit more complicated than you might imagine. According to a new video from the American Chemical Society (above), it’s all about one canine literally sniffing out important information about the other–its gender, emotional state, diet, and more. “Think of it kind

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Never Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions? Here’s How to Change That For Good

In the days leading up to January, you might have been putting together your annual list of New Year’s resolutions—you know, working out more often, reading more books, curbing your shoe addiction, etc. But if you’re anything like us, years of #resolutionfails could be keeping you from making them altogether. In the spirit of turning

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