Surprisingly, humans recognize joyful screams faster than fearful screams
It’s a twist to a long-held idea that our brains are wired to quickly detect threats first
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Unlike most other mammals, humans can distinguish between different types of screams. We respond more quickly to screams of joy — illustrated here by fans at a sporting event — than fear, a new study suggests.
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