The female brain:Facts about the neurochemical make-up of women


	The female brain:Facts about the neurochemical make-up of women

Aribeth

2-8-2008 2:53 AM

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2-8-2008 4:22 AM

alanocu

Men, on the other hand, cannot read emotions—it’s only when they see actual tears that they realize that something is wrong.

Although, gay men do this much better than straight men (IMO)! Aribeth, great clip as always! One of my favorites!

2-8-2008 8:40 AM

carrerinyes

I smell treason!

2-9-2008 2:20 PM

valann 47

Men don't want to, I'm certain of it because it doesn't seem consistent.

2-11-2008 4:54 AM

Brimstone

*Raises eyebrow* and goes Hmmmm

2-13-2008 2:41 PM

quickstar

Women are only half as likely to be gay as men.

*sigh* That is a crying shame...

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