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September 25, 2009
It always seems worse than you think
There is a cliché in media stories where figures for a disease or condition are quoted followed by a statement that "the true figures may be higher". Sampling errors mean that initial figures are equally as likely to be under-estimates as over-estimates but we only ever seem to be told that the condition is under-detected.For example, this is from a recent (actually pretty good) New Scientist art
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June 25, 2009
Unleash the crowd within
You can boost your quiz performance by unleashing the crowd within, a new study shows. The next time your're asked to estimate a historical date, for example, try doing the following: make your first estimate; then pause and assume your first guess was off the mark. Consider why, then use this new perspective to make a second estimate. Average your two estimates and, chances are, this newly calcu
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May 28, 2009
Genetic Link to Premature Ejaculation? (Psych Central)
According to experts, premature ejaculation (PE) is a common sexual complaint. Estimates vary, but as many as one out of three men may be affected by this problem at some time. Psychological, biological and now genetic factors can play a role in premature ejaculation. The recent finding of a genetic link came when [...]
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