In human society, there are many occasions when we have to smile as a matter of courtesy, even if we are not genuinely enjoying or amused. Michelle Speer, a professor of anatomy at the University of ...

Many smiles are socially motivated, used to appear polite, reduce tension, or mask discomfort. Scientists have long studied how the human brain distinguishes between real and fake smiles, revealing ...

Laughter isn’t just a spontaneous expression of joy — it may also be a powerful tool for better health, even when forced. Humans aren’t the only species that laugh: lions laugh when courting mates, ...

You’ve probably heard the claim that it takes more muscles to frown than to smile. It’s usually framed as a feel-good reason to turn your frown upside down — less effort, more joy. But anatomically, ...

Ever noticed how there are basically two types of smiles: a genuine smile and a fake one? This distinction has been of interest to researchers for quite some time now. In fact, the genuine smile has a ...

Smile — the word itself gives you a smile, doesn’t it? We all smile, however, we often don’t realise the power it holds. It can change the way we feel, how others see us and even how successful we ...