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Mind

Kids as young as 4 innately use sorting algorithms to solve problems

It was previously thought that children younger than 7 couldn't find efficient solutions to complex problems, but new research suggests that much earlier, children can happen upon known sorting algorithms used by computer scientists

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Mind

If you feel you don't really belong, here is some science-based advice

Regulars

The truth about narcissists: How to handle them, and can they change?

Mind

The truth about narcissists: How to handle them, and can they change?

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Mind

Steven Pinker’s new book shows how he’s become a contradictory figure

Culture

How to nurture the right mindset for living to 100

Health

How to nurture the right mindset for living to 100

Features

What’s the secret to living well beyond the average life expectancy?

Health

What’s the secret to living well beyond the average life expectancy?

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Female psychologist observing a couple's conversation during a therapy session in a house

Mind

What can psychoanalysis teach us about love and heartbreak?

Culture

Mind

Brain activity can predict whether strangers will become friends

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Introvert, extravert, otrovert? There's a new personality type in town

Humans

Introvert, extravert, otrovert? There's a new personality type in town

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Mind

What characterises a dark empath? The science behind the buzzword

We are all talking about so-called "dark empaths" – but how would we know one if we met one? David Robson looks at the research behind the social media hype

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Humans

Evolution has made humans both Machiavellian and born socialists

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Mind

Emojis give your friends a better impression of you

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Mind

Deep sleep seems to lead to more eureka moments

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Mind

What is a mindset and can you cultivate a better one?

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