Andrew Elliot, University of Rochester (IMAGE)

University of Rochester

Andrew Elliot, University of Rochester

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"Red enhances our physical reactions because it is seen as a danger cue," explains Andrew Elliot, professor of psychology at the University of Rochester. "Humans flush when they are angry or preparing for attack. People are acutely aware of such reddening in others and it's implications."

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