New research reveals that natural sounds, seaside scents and sensory experiences could help calm the nervous system, reduce mental fatigue and make holidays feel more restorative. Picture it: the gentle hush of waves rolling onto the shore, the rustle of leaves overhead, birdsong drifting through the trees. Before we’ve even unpacked our bags, many of […]
The dark triad of negative personality traits, which includes narcissism, gets a lot of airtime – but does it skew our view of humanity? Suzy Bashford learns about a contrasting measure, the light triad
Rather than the predicted baby boom, the pandemic prompted a craze for pets – and puppies in particular. Rebecca Frank explores why we feel such a special bond with our four-legged companions