#social-behavior
#social-behavior

Food & drink

Wild chimps indulge in booze-fueled feasts, rare video shows

Wild chimps have been recorded consuming alcohol together, suggesting a social bonding behavior similar to humans.

Right-wing politics

Primate Lessons: An Evolutionary Lens on School Shootings

Aggression can stem from threat perception, often escalating into violent actions when fueled by feelings of humiliation and perceived injustices.

Beer

fromInsideHook

Evidence Suggests Chimpanzees May Be Social Drinkers

Chimpanzees may drink fermented fruits for social bonding, paralleling human alcohol consumption behaviors.

2 days ago

Mental health

Is Guilt Inevitable?

Guilt evolved to maintain social connections and ensure group survival.

Without guilt, self-awareness and moral growth might struggle.

Healthy guilt can guide personal development rather than just cause pain.

4 days ago

Wine

Wild chimps caught on camera for the first time sharing boozy fruit

Chimpanzees in West Africa exhibit social drinking behaviors with fermented fruit, suggesting potential evolutionary links to human alcohol consumption.

fromThe Washington Post

Food & drink

Wild chimps indulge in booze-fueled feasts, rare video shows

Wild chimps have been recorded consuming alcohol together, suggesting a social bonding behavior similar to humans.

Mapping Social Networks

Specialized cells in the hippocampus map social connections, offering insights into social behavior and relationships.

OMG science

Flirting and the Brain

Flirtation triggers brain pathways akin to those for monetary rewards, fueling the attraction spark.

fromFuturism

3 days ago

Right-wing politics

Scientists Scanned the Brains of Authoritarians and Found Something Weird

Authoritarian beliefs may indicate notable brain differences in social reasoning and emotional regulation.

Mapping Social Networks

Specialized cells in the hippocampus map social connections, offering insights into social behavior and relationships.

OMG science

fromThe American Conservative

Flirting and the Brain

Flirtation triggers brain pathways akin to those for monetary rewards, fueling the attraction spark.

Right-wing politics

fromFuturism

3 days ago

Scientists Scanned the Brains of Authoritarians and Found Something Weird

Authoritarian beliefs may indicate notable brain differences in social reasoning and emotional regulation.

more#neuroscience

3 days ago

Right-wing politics

When Garden Centers Ruled the Earth

During the Covid-19 pandemic, garden centers were considered essential while many other social and recreational activities were restricted.

fromBuzzFeed

4 days ago

Alternative transportation

People Are Sharing The "Normal" Customs In Their Countries That Really Surprise Outsiders

Going barefoot in New Zealand is common and often surprises tourists, particularly Americans.

Help Me if You Can

Helping is a social behavior that benefits partners, requiring understanding and motivation, and is prevalent in both humans and animals.

Media industry

I'm a mind control expert - woke elites are controlling our thoughts

Mind control through media influences behavior and beliefs, leveraging the power of the subconscious to promote specific patterns and ideologies.

Scientists reveal the key sign that your partner is a NARCISSIST

Narcissists often feel more ostracized than others.

A significant clue to identify narcissism is frequent complaints of exclusion.

Higher narcissism leads to heightened sensitivity to perceived ostracism.

5 days ago

Maintaining Basic Humanity in the Tempest of Inflated Egos

Balancing basic humanity with competitive traits is essential for personal and societal well-being.

Relationships

Women can determine whether they'll like someone based on scent alone: study

Women can gauge if they will like someone based on their smell before meeting them.

Roam Research

'Boomerasking' is how self-centered people are hijacking conversations

Boomerasking annoys others by shifting the conversation back to oneself, making it seem self-centered.

Help Me if You Can

Helping is a social behavior that benefits partners, requiring understanding and motivation, and is prevalent in both humans and animals.

Media industry

I'm a mind control expert - woke elites are controlling our thoughts

Mind control through media influences behavior and beliefs, leveraging the power of the subconscious to promote specific patterns and ideologies.

Scientists reveal the key sign that your partner is a NARCISSIST

Narcissists often feel more ostracized than others.

A significant clue to identify narcissism is frequent complaints of exclusion.

Higher narcissism leads to heightened sensitivity to perceived ostracism.

5 days ago

Maintaining Basic Humanity in the Tempest of Inflated Egos

Balancing basic humanity with competitive traits is essential for personal and societal well-being.

Relationships

Women can determine whether they'll like someone based on scent alone: study

Women can gauge if they will like someone based on their smell before meeting them.

Roam Research

'Boomerasking' is how self-centered people are hijacking conversations

Boomerasking annoys others by shifting the conversation back to oneself, making it seem self-centered.

Mental health

Alcohol, anxiety, and abuse: Flight attendants say travelers are more freaked out than ever

Unruly passenger incidents on flights have drastically increased since 2021, causing heightened anxiety for passengers and crew alike.

fromTravel + Leisure

NYC parents

A Traveler Got Called a 'Bad Person' After Refusing to Swap Seats With a Parent-Were They Wrong?

Asking others to swap seats on a flight can lead to misunderstandings over personal choices and social expectations.

5 days ago

Mental health

Alcohol, anxiety, and abuse: Flight attendants say travelers are more freaked out than ever

Unruly passenger incidents on flights have drastically increased since 2021, causing heightened anxiety for passengers and crew alike.

fromTravel + Leisure

NYC parents

A Traveler Got Called a 'Bad Person' After Refusing to Swap Seats With a Parent-Were They Wrong?

Asking others to swap seats on a flight can lead to misunderstandings over personal choices and social expectations.

I Am Curious How Many Of These Common Annoying Behaviors You're Guilty Of Doing

Everyone has pet peeves, but we also engage in behaviors that annoy others.

Music

My petty gripe: we need nature, not Nickelback please put on your headphones | Stephanie Convery

People often inflict their music choices on others in public spaces, which is both disrespectful and irritating.

Humor

fromBuzzFeed

I Am Curious How Many Of These Common Annoying Behaviors You're Guilty Of Doing

Everyone has pet peeves, but we also engage in behaviors that annoy others.

Music

My petty gripe: we need nature, not Nickelback please put on your headphones | Stephanie Convery

People often inflict their music choices on others in public spaces, which is both disrespectful and irritating.

more#public-etiquette

First impressions in job interviews hurt candidates with autism. Here's how employers can fix that

First impressions significantly influence judgments about competence and likability, impacting opportunities for individuals with autism spectrum disorder.

#alcohol-consumption

fromtime.com

Health

The Perks of Sober Dating

Dry January offers a chance to reassess drinking habits and their impact on social interactions, especially in dating.

fromDefector

UK news

Please Enjoy These Photos Of Drunk People At An English Horse Race | Defector

The Grand National serves more as a social event for heavy drinking than a serious equestrian competition.

fromtime.com

Health

The Perks of Sober Dating

Dry January offers a chance to reassess drinking habits and their impact on social interactions, especially in dating.

fromDefector

UK news

Please Enjoy These Photos Of Drunk People At An English Horse Race | Defector

The Grand National serves more as a social event for heavy drinking than a serious equestrian competition.

more#alcohol-consumption

Social justice

Rich people are kinder than the poor, study of 2.3m people finds

The rich are marginally kinder than the poor, countering popular stereotypes.

fromHarvard Gazette

Is dining with others a sign of happiness? - Harvard Gazette

Sharing meals with others significantly boosts life satisfaction and positive emotions, comparable to income in its correlation with happiness.

The Necessary Genius of Shame

Shame, often seen as negative, plays a crucial role in social behavior and empathy development.

Mental health

Shame that Pains Us Can Also Change Us

Shame can motivate personal growth while also indicating emotional disconnection in relationships.

Miscellaneous

Why there's no shame in feeling ashamed at work, according to science

Shame, though often seen negatively, plays a crucial role in regulating behavior and preserving social bonds in professional settings.

Miscellaneous

Guilt, Shame, and Cooperation

Guilt fosters reconciliation, while shame shapes societal understanding and behavioral boundaries.

Both emotions are critical for group cooperation but can also be misused, leading to personal suffering.

Social justice

The Necessary Genius of Shame

Shame, often seen as negative, plays a crucial role in social behavior and empathy development.

Mental health

Shame that Pains Us Can Also Change Us

Shame can motivate personal growth while also indicating emotional disconnection in relationships.

Miscellaneous

Why there's no shame in feeling ashamed at work, according to science

Shame, though often seen negatively, plays a crucial role in regulating behavior and preserving social bonds in professional settings.

Miscellaneous

Guilt, Shame, and Cooperation

Guilt fosters reconciliation, while shame shapes societal understanding and behavioral boundaries.

Both emotions are critical for group cooperation but can also be misused, leading to personal suffering.

more#shame

#etiquette

Pets

Miss Manners: These people wander into our home and I'm supposed to be polite to them

It is polite to close a door for privacy by simply informing others before doing so.

Privacy technologies

Miss Manners: Don't they realize it's rude to make a car chirp?

Using car key fobs recklessly reflects a lack of consideration for others' comfort.

Concerns about potluck food safety highlight people's differing levels of hygiene awareness.

East Bay (California)

Miss Manners: My husband said there's no rule against pointing. Was I wrong all my life?

Pointing is generally considered rude, but exceptions exist in urgent situations.

To manage noisy work group chats, create a separate channel for personal matters.

Parenting

Miss Manners: The host denied food to the kids who were late to the birthday party

The host should have provided food for latecomers, as punishing children for adults' mistakes is inappropriate.

Miscellaneous

Miss Manners: What should I have said to the snobby bigwig?

Politeness and respect are essential in social interactions, regardless of educational background.

Miscellaneous

Miss Manners: We walked out before the last song, and maybe my friends are hurt

You left the concert just before the final song, which is understandable given the late hour.

It's important to communicate with friends, but your friends likely understand your decision to leave.

Pets

Miss Manners: These people wander into our home and I'm supposed to be polite to them

It is polite to close a door for privacy by simply informing others before doing so.

Privacy technologies

Miss Manners: Don't they realize it's rude to make a car chirp?

Using car key fobs recklessly reflects a lack of consideration for others' comfort.

Concerns about potluck food safety highlight people's differing levels of hygiene awareness.

East Bay (California)

Miss Manners: My husband said there's no rule against pointing. Was I wrong all my life?

Pointing is generally considered rude, but exceptions exist in urgent situations.

To manage noisy work group chats, create a separate channel for personal matters.

Parenting

Miss Manners: The host denied food to the kids who were late to the birthday party

The host should have provided food for latecomers, as punishing children for adults' mistakes is inappropriate.

Miscellaneous

Miss Manners: What should I have said to the snobby bigwig?

Politeness and respect are essential in social interactions, regardless of educational background.

Miscellaneous

Miss Manners: We walked out before the last song, and maybe my friends are hurt

You left the concert just before the final song, which is understandable given the late hour.

It's important to communicate with friends, but your friends likely understand your decision to leave.

more#etiquette

#communication

Parenting

fromBoston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

Surprising Chimpanzee Signal Reveals Secrets of Ape Communication

Young chimpanzee Lindsay developed a unique communication gesture with her mother, highlighting the sophistication of chimpanzee social interaction.

Boston real estate

Boston Broker Learned Perception Is Reality Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

Perception of people's behavior might outweigh actual experience or reality.

Digital life

No, I'm not phoning to say I'm dying!' My gruelling week of calling gen Z friends rather than texting them

Phone anxiety has led younger generations to prefer texting over calling, reflecting a broader shift in communication habits.

Digital life

How Do I Overcome My Phone Phobia?

The reliance on texting may lead to deeper feelings of isolation and a reluctance to engage in meaningful phone conversations.

UK politics

The most common 'polite-isms' Britons use to avoid confrontation

Britons exhibit a strong aversion to confrontation, often relying on 'polite-isms' to navigate communication.

Parenting

fromBoston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

Surprising Chimpanzee Signal Reveals Secrets of Ape Communication

Young chimpanzee Lindsay developed a unique communication gesture with her mother, highlighting the sophistication of chimpanzee social interaction.

Boston real estate

Boston Broker Learned Perception Is Reality Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

Perception of people's behavior might outweigh actual experience or reality.

Digital life

No, I'm not phoning to say I'm dying!' My gruelling week of calling gen Z friends rather than texting them

Phone anxiety has led younger generations to prefer texting over calling, reflecting a broader shift in communication habits.

Digital life

How Do I Overcome My Phone Phobia?

The reliance on texting may lead to deeper feelings of isolation and a reluctance to engage in meaningful phone conversations.

UK politics

The most common 'polite-isms' Britons use to avoid confrontation

Britons exhibit a strong aversion to confrontation, often relying on 'polite-isms' to navigate communication.

more#communication

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fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine

Wine

12 Common Rude Behaviors To Avoid At A Wine Bar - Tasting Table

Proper etiquette enhances the wine bar experience for both guests and staff.

Avoiding pretentious behavior improves interactions with wine bar staff.

#human-interaction

Design

halfway serious wooden chair transforms sitting into a performative act of balance

Halfway Serious encourages collaboration and communication between two users through a unique design that focuses on balance and the protection of fragile elements.

fromPortland Mercury

fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine

Alternative transportation

Trivial Wonder

People often choose seats unconsciously based on social cues, even in sparsely filled public spaces.

Design

halfway serious wooden chair transforms sitting into a performative act of balance

Halfway Serious encourages collaboration and communication between two users through a unique design that focuses on balance and the protection of fragile elements.

fromPortland Mercury

Alternative transportation

Trivial Wonder

People often choose seats unconsciously based on social cues, even in sparsely filled public spaces.

more#human-interaction

fromBuzzFeed

Social justice

"It's Cowardly And Inconsiderate": 23 Things That Are Considered "Normal" Nowadays That Older Adults Are Tired Of Seeing

Being superficially nice in social settings isn't always necessary; it's okay to simply be pleasant instead of expressing every viewpoint.

fromHarvard Gazette

OMG science

How rat watching can yield benefits for people - Harvard Gazette

A new AI method helps analyze rat social behavior, enhancing understanding of brain-behavior links relevant to disorders like autism.

Dining

fromwww.nytimes.com

Why Is Dining Alone So Difficult?

Solo dining is increasingly popular but often associated with feelings of awkwardness and judgment.

Why America is turning into a nation of homebodies

The U.S. is increasingly becoming a nation of homebodies, a trend accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dining

Forget cancel culture. America's real problem is cancellation culture.

Canceling plans can provide instant relief but may harm relationships.

Mental health

Can a Single, Subtle Security Prime Make a Difference?

Relationships are crucial for mental and physical health.

Subtle exposure to security cues can enhance mood and well-being.

Attachment security priming fosters trust and comfort beyond laboratory settings.

Mental health

TikTok Is Finally, Thankfully, Pushing Back Against This Friendship Trend

Frequent plan cancellations can foster loneliness, and people are encouraged to attend social events despite fatigue to strengthen community bonds.

Why America is turning into a nation of homebodies

The U.S. is increasingly becoming a nation of homebodies, a trend accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dining

Forget cancel culture. America's real problem is cancellation culture.

Canceling plans can provide instant relief but may harm relationships.

Mental health

Can a Single, Subtle Security Prime Make a Difference?

Relationships are crucial for mental and physical health.

Subtle exposure to security cues can enhance mood and well-being.

Attachment security priming fosters trust and comfort beyond laboratory settings.

Mental health

TikTok Is Finally, Thankfully, Pushing Back Against This Friendship Trend

Frequent plan cancellations can foster loneliness, and people are encouraged to attend social events despite fatigue to strengthen community bonds.

more#mental-health

fromThe New Yorker

Women in technology

Is Gossip Good for Us?

Gossip, often seen negatively, is an inherent human trait that entertains and sustains social bonds, as highlighted in historical and literary contexts.

My Commute Is a Nightmare. I'm Using It to Practice Mindfulness.

The author's initial love for London transformed into frustration through challenges faced in everyday commuting and social behaviors.

Writing

Poodunnit: dear fellow dog owners, why do so many of you bother to bag pet mess then not bin it? | Paul Daley

Dog ownership brings joy but also requires responsible care, including cleaning up after pets.

Mindfulness

fromYoga Journal

My Commute Is a Nightmare. I'm Using It to Practice Mindfulness.

The author's initial love for London transformed into frustration through challenges faced in everyday commuting and social behaviors.

Writing

Poodunnit: dear fellow dog owners, why do so many of you bother to bag pet mess then not bin it? | Paul Daley

Dog ownership brings joy but also requires responsible care, including cleaning up after pets.

more#urban-living

Artificial intelligence

fromMedium

AI Researchers Create the Largest Database for Studying Career Identity

The largest dataset for studying career identity was developed using over 51 million Twitter biographies, revealing insights into professional roles and their evolution.

UK news

Forget lazy Sundays! Tuesday is the new 'big night in' for Britons

Tuesday has surpassed Sunday as the most popular night in for Britons, driven by sports and gaming.

I was shocked when the school called to say my child acted like a bully. At first, I was embarrassed, but we both learned something.

Modeling empathy at home is crucial to shaping children's behavior in social settings.

Science

Great Apes Joke Around, Suggesting Humor Is Older Than Humans

Teasing behavior in humans and great apes reveals deep commonalities in social learning and relationship dynamics.

Parenting

The Difference Between Mean Comments and Real Bullying

Bullying requires aggression, repetition, and intent; misunderstanding this can impair children's coping skills.

Parenting

I was shocked when the school called to say my child acted like a bully. At first, I was embarrassed, but we both learned something.

Modeling empathy at home is crucial to shaping children's behavior in social settings.

Science

Great Apes Joke Around, Suggesting Humor Is Older Than Humans

Teasing behavior in humans and great apes reveals deep commonalities in social learning and relationship dynamics.

Parenting

The Difference Between Mean Comments and Real Bullying

Bullying requires aggression, repetition, and intent; misunderstanding this can impair children's coping skills.

more#child-development

Cocktails

fromInsideHook

This Is the Proper Way to Cheers

Hannah Chamberlain's book educates readers on cocktail recipes and essential drinking etiquette for better social experiences.

#friendship-dynamics

People feel they don't owe anyone anything': the rise in flaking' out of social plans

The rise in plan cancellations is largely attributed to widespread burnout and the ease of cancelling through digital communication.

Miscellaneous

These 3 Zodiac Signs Always Go MIA In The Group Chat

Certain zodiac signs, like Scorpio, are more likely to ghost their friends due to their emotional and energy-sensitive nature.

People feel they don't owe anyone anything': the rise in flaking' out of social plans

The rise in plan cancellations is largely attributed to widespread burnout and the ease of cancelling through digital communication.

Miscellaneous

These 3 Zodiac Signs Always Go MIA In The Group Chat

Certain zodiac signs, like Scorpio, are more likely to ghost their friends due to their emotional and energy-sensitive nature.

more#friendship-dynamics

The trouble with 'donating our dopamine' to our phones, not our friends

Technology and societal shifts contribute to a trend of willful isolation in contemporary society.

Miscellaneous

The Choices That Create Isolation

Daily choices contribute to increasing isolation among Americans.

A trend of solitude shaped by small decisions accumulates over time.

Youth prefer solitary activities over social engagements, impacting relationships.

Writing

The Fantasy of a More Neighborly Past

Widespread isolation in America predates the smartphone era, rooted in social changes of the 1970s.

Arts

The trouble with 'donating our dopamine' to our phones, not our friends

Technology and societal shifts contribute to a trend of willful isolation in contemporary society.

Miscellaneous

The Choices That Create Isolation

Daily choices contribute to increasing isolation among Americans.

A trend of solitude shaped by small decisions accumulates over time.

Youth prefer solitary activities over social engagements, impacting relationships.

Writing

The Fantasy of a More Neighborly Past

Widespread isolation in America predates the smartphone era, rooted in social changes of the 1970s.

more#isolation

fromSFGATE

Travel

Massive pod of 1,500 dolphins spotted off California's Central Coast

A large gathering of over 1,500 dolphins was sighted off California's Central Coast, indicating a significant social event among the aquatic mammals.

FOMO Is Good for You

Chronic FOMO can motivate individuals to engage in social activities, not merely hinder them.

#chimpanzees

fromwww.nytimes.com

Miscellaneous

Do Chimps Who Pee Together Stay Together?

Chimpanzees exhibit a behavior called contagious urination, suggesting potential social functions and implications in their social structures.

Science

A new study finds peeing is contagious among chimpanzees

Urination behavior among captive chimpanzees is found to be contagious, revealing intriguing social behaviors in primates.

US news

Peeing is contagious in chimpanzees, study suggests

Chimpanzees exhibit slightly contagious urination behavior, with factors like proximity and social rank influencing the likelihood of this occurrence.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Miscellaneous

Do Chimps Who Pee Together Stay Together?

Chimpanzees exhibit a behavior called contagious urination, suggesting potential social functions and implications in their social structures.

Science

A new study finds peeing is contagious among chimpanzees

Urination behavior among captive chimpanzees is found to be contagious, revealing intriguing social behaviors in primates.

US news

Peeing is contagious in chimpanzees, study suggests

Chimpanzees exhibit slightly contagious urination behavior, with factors like proximity and social rank influencing the likelihood of this occurrence.

more#chimpanzees

Miscellaneous

This is where it all begins!' What's it like to start your holiday in the airport bar?

Airports create a unique environment for drinking where social norms are relaxed, allowing for morning alcohol consumption without judgment.

fromIndependent

Miscellaneous

Ellen Coyne: The anti-woke brigade say they're 'telling it like it is' - but they're really just trying to make bad ideas sound like brave ones

Preschoolers inherently possess a strong sense of justice, showcasing natural human qualities of speaking out against injustice.

fromenglish.elpais.com

OMG science

All mice prefer the company of females until they sense imminent danger

Mice share significant genetic similarities with humans, aiding medical research, yet their behavioral responses under different conditions complicate their use as reliable models for human neurological disorders.

Women

The first round: why men who are looking for love are keen to get the beers in

Men compete for attention in social settings, like pubs, influenced by evolutionary biology and the adult sex ratio.

Social dynamics powerfully affect drinking behavior in pubs.

Revealed: What your Spotify Wrapped results say about your PERSONALITY

Listening habits on Spotify Wrapped can reveal surprising personality traits related to music preferences.

5 months ago

By 8pm it is time to head home': whatever happened to the big night out?

Daytime raves are transforming nightlife, appealing to those seeking a more manageable partying experience without the drawbacks of all-night events.

5 months ago

Writing

Miss Manners: I think it's unwise to reveal my dogs' names to strangers

Unsolicited interactions with pets by strangers can be problematic, especially when names are involved in training commands.