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Did People Used to Look Older?

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Explore the fascinating phenomenon of perceived aging in this thought-provoking video. Delve into the reasons why people from past decades often appear older than their actual age, examining factors such as fashion trends, hairstyles, and societal expectations. Investigate the "Dorian Gray effect" and the impact of names on age perception. Analyze how the definition of "old" has evolved over time and discover surprising insights about dreaming in black and white versus color. Learn about the face-name matching effect and the social implications of the bouba/kiki phenomenon. Gain a new perspective on aging, happiness, and the subjective nature of time perception through engaging examples, scientific studies, and cultural references.

Syllabus

Intro
Retrospective Aging
Perspective
Dale Irby
Sponsor
Dorian Gray Effect
Name Matching Effect
Old People
How Old
Dreams

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Vsauce

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