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Do good mothers make good democracy?
| Charlie WilliamsSarah MarksDaniel Pick
To be psychologically fit for democracy, one distinguished paediatrician argued that you need a ‘good enough mother’ – and that we must acknowledge the bad side of our feelings.
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Communities of cross-feeders
| Alev ScottVicky Scott
A desire to help leads some women to “cross-feed” – breastfeed other parents’ babies for free. Alev Scott delves into the emotions behind this altruistic act.
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The evil eye and social anxiety
| Shokoofeh Rajabzadeh
The ‘look’ of the evil eye is believed to bring bad luck, illness or even death. This ancient curse might be deliberate, inflicted with an envious glare, or it could be accidental, the result of undue attention or excessive praise.
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The joy of playing hide-and-seek with rats
| Professor Sophie ScottJem Clancy
Playing hide-and-seek with lab rats has shown scientists that joy can be a great motivator for learning and social interaction – and not just for rats.