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Well, I'm doomed: Extroverted optimists live longest. 

Who lives the longest? 1. Introverts versus extroverts Outgoing, sociable people have the strongest immune systems, a recent study finds. Those who are the most careful, though, are more likely to have a weaker immune system response. The research found no evidence, though, that a tendency towards negative emotions was associated with poor health. 2. …

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How can you tell if someone is prejudiced? By looking at the shape of his face, of course…?

Facial Structure Is Indicative of Explicit Support for Prejudicial Beliefs Eric Hehman, Jordan B. Leitner, Matthew P. Deegan, and Samuel L. Gaertner        Can you tell whether someone has prejudicial beliefs based on their facial structure? In the last of three experiments, White and Black participants were shown pictures of White male faces and …

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