Attractive results

Attractive results

Good looks can make the difference between life and death.

By Marc Wilson In Psychology

Every year I ask students to vote for whatever subject they want me to teach in their last lecture. In previous years, I’ve done improvised lectures on lying and deception, cults, happiness or whatever else is the flavour of the day.

This year, it was actor Ryan Gosling. Or at least that’s what one person asked for: “Ryan Gosling … shirtless … or not. [Please teach about] Relationships so you can give me advice on how to win Ryan Gosling over.” As it happens, if you Google “psychology” and “Ryan Gosling”, a surprising amount of material comes up, suggesting Ryan’s wife-to-be ...

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