Tag Archives: People

Haunted house

Evolutionary psychology explains why haunted houses creep us out

An old and dilapidated house being reclaimed by greenery. Creaky floorboards and shifting walls that seem to groan. Intimidating exterior looming in the darkness. All possible elements of a “haunted house,” but what exactly do we find so scary? Read on to discover a psychologist’s take on the subject.

Back view of young boy standing outdoors with headphones

Are noise-cancelling headphones to blame for young people’s hearing problems?

Noise-cancelling headphones are great for blocking out distractions, but could they be affecting the way people process sound? Some audiologists are concerned that prolonged use might be linked to auditory processing issues, making it harder to focus, communicate, and navigate noisy environments.