We spend a substantial part of our days visually scanning an area for something we want—our keys or ketchup, for example. For scientists the way we do so “provides a window into how our minds sift ...

Learn about how those with dark triad personality traits use physical touch as a form of control when in relationships. Whether you are a physically affectionate person or not, a good hug from someone ...

Heavy drinking can raise the risk of cancers, heart disease, and other serious conditions. But first, it can affect appearance — and that can make some people change their behaviors. Alcohol misuse ...

The physical traits of women that attract men are no mystery. Research has shown that just as broad shoulders and a narrow waist attract most women to men, a hip-to-waist ratio that accentuates the ...

A new scientific review challenges the widespread idea that certain physical features in women serve as biological signals of high fertility. The comprehensive analysis suggests that characteristics ...

As if online dating wasn’t already rough, one controversial dating site has released a list of “ugly” physical traits that bar applicants from gaining admission to their members-only club; and with ...

Rare genetic traits are features that are uncommon within the general population. They can lead to different observable features or to rare physical abilities. Rare genetic traits are typically ...