Tag Archives: It

21Nov/23

How movies use music to manipulate your memory

Libby Damjanovic, Lund University

Around one in five American adults manage to squeeze in watching a movie on a daily basis. It’s a great way to escape the daily grind and unwind with loved ones. But, what can you actually remember about last night’s film?

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04May/23

The crown and the clown are two different things

The crown and the clown are two sides of the same coin? If so, the answer is also yes. The crown can be seen as a symbol of power and authority, but it can also be seen as a symbol of oppression and tyranny. The clown can be seen as a symbol of fun and laughter, but it can also be seen as a symbol of mockery and ridicule.

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21Mar/23

Why are we so scared of clowns? Here’s what we’ve discovered

Sophie Scorey, University of South Wales; James Greville, University of South Wales; Philip Tyson, University of South Wales, and Shakiela Davies, University of South Wales

Are you scared of clowns? You are not alone. Coulrophobia, or the fear of clowns, is a widely acknowledged phenomenon. Studies indicate this fear is present among both adults and children in many different cultures. Yet it is not well understood due to a lack of focused research.

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