Imagine a scenario where all your friends are jumping off a cliff. If everyone jumps, do you jump as well? We know that the correct answer is supposed to be: “No, never! I am an independent thinker, and other people have no influence over me.” However, the truthful answer is, yeah, maybe you do jump. …
Addiction: Are YOU At Risk?
Although the use of alcohol and drugs among young people is widespread, only a relatively small percentage of people who try drugs develops addiction. In many cases it can be difficult to identify particular markers that may lead to increased substance abuse risk and consequent addiction in adult life. There are however, many factors we …
Why You Need To Make Sure To Get Enough Sleep
In today’s world, a good night’s sleep has become somewhat of a luxury. It has fallen on our list of priorities behind work, chores, social time, and entertainment. Functioning on less sleep has even become badge of honor. We brag to our friends, how little sleep we got last night, like it’s something to be …
Why Low Information People Always Think They’re Right
A man robbed two Pittsburgh banks in broad daylight. He didn’t wear a mask or any sort of disguise. And he smiled at surveillance cameras before walking out of each bank. Of course, the police found the robber and later than night arrested him. When the robber was handcuffed, he was puzzled and he mumbled …