There's very little about being in a functional-M.R.I. scanner that is natural: you are flat on your back, absolutely still, with your head immobilized by pillows and straps. The scanner makes a dreadful din, which headphones barely muffle. Robin Marantz Henig absolutelybackbarely share on social
Whatever the reason for any one individual's tendency to gain weight, the only way to lose the weight is to eat less and exercise more. Robin Marantz Henig eatexercisegain Change image and share on social
The music that was popular in your youth seems to be the music you recall most vividly - and most nostalgically - for the rest of your life. But so is the music that was popular in your parents' youth. Robin Marantz Henig lifemusicnostalgically share on social
If you're satisfied with your social life, according to psychologists, you tend to be satisfied with life in general. Robin Marantz Henig generallifepsychologist Change image and share on social
Some of my happiest moments are the ones I spend with my husband, a few close relatives, and a handful of very good friends who know me well and like me anyway. Robin Marantz Henig closefriendgood Change image and share on social
Some people, no matter how robust their stock portfolios or how healthy their children, are always mentally preparing for doom. They are just born worriers, their brains forever anticipating the dropping of some dreaded other shoe. Robin Marantz Henig anticipatebearbrain share on social
The real thing young people should fear is missing out on those few, true, long-term friendships that make for a richer, happier life. Robin Marantz Henig fearfriendshiphappy Change image and share on social
When a trait is universal, evolutionary biologists look for a genetic explanation and wonder how that gene or genes might enhance survival or reproductive success. Robin Marantz Henig biologistenhanceevolutionary Change image and share on social
The tenuousness of modern life can make anyone feel overwrought. Robin Marantz Henig feellifemake Change image and share on social
Scientists who study play, in animals and humans alike, are developing a consensus view that play is something more than a way for restless kids to work off steam; more than a way for chubby kids to burn off calories; more than a frivolous luxury. Robin Marantz Henig alikeanimalburn share on social
