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Our knowledge of human beings as creatures continues to grow, and this section provides some interesting background on what makes us tick, including topics such as how our minds work and sociology. Click on each section heading to find out more!
Consciousness
We all have it. But what is it? This section explores this fascinating topic.How our minds work
We have made significant progress in our understanding of the human mind in recent decades, but unravelling the complexities of the human mind remains one of the great challenges for modern science.Sociology
Sociology is the study of human social activity and how our relationships affect our behaviour.Psychology
Psychology is the study of the mind, partly through the study of people's behaviour. It studies the behaviour of both individuals and groups of people.
Other resources in how people work
Inside the mind
The human mind
Altruism
Co-operation and evolution
The search for consciousness
Psychological personality test
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