Humans are wired to automatically notice cues about another person in an attempt to figure out what to expect. When we meet someone new, we begin forming an impression of that person within seconds.
New research suggests a surprisingly simple way to ease social anxiety: assume first impressions are permanent. A study found ...
Judging the personalities of others is a process that everyone engages in, whether consciously or not. The first time you meet someone, your impression formation machinery goes into high gear almost ...