WHAT ANNOYS US, WHAT PISSES US OFF - JOE PALCA, FLORA LICHTMAN

Have you ever wondered why certain sounds, smells, and behaviors of other people evoke such a strong irritation in us? Why can trifles, which in fact do not matter much, throw us off balance? This book is a fascinating journey into the depths of the human psyche, which will help you understand the mechanisms that govern our reactions to external stimuli.

• Discover why traits that initially seemed attractive in a partner begin to irritate us over time.
• Learn how it happens that we cannot ignore certain sounds and how this is used by medical and law enforcement services.
• Get to know the behind-the-scenes of scientific research on skunk secretions and see for yourself why they are so complicated.
• Understand how scientists annoy subjects to gain knowledge about the functioning of the "irritated" brain.
• Learn about the evolutionary mechanisms that shape our reactions to irritating stimuli.
• Acquire knowledge that will help you better cope with everyday frustrating situations.

"What annoys us, what pisses us off" is a book that combines popular science elements with a light and accessible style. The authors, Joe Palca and Flora Lichtman, draw on studies and theories to explain why we react to certain stimuli with such a strong aversion. This book is a real treasure trove for anyone who wants to better understand themselves and the world around them.

The Scientific Publishing House PWN, known for its high-quality scientific and popular science publications, presents readers with another item that will surely satisfy the curiosity of even the most demanding minds. This book is an ideal gift for anyone interested in psychology, neurobiology, and human evolution.

Thanks to this book, you will find out why the scratching of fingernails on a blackboard, the crumbling of polystyrene, or a tangled headphone cable evoke such a strong reaction in us. You will understand why we cannot stand smacking while eating or loud phone calls on the bus. "What annoys us, what pisses us off" is a must-read for anyone who wants to better understand the mechanisms that govern our emotions and behaviors.

The authors draw on studies on evolution to explain why certain stimuli evoke such a strong aversion reaction in us. It turns out that many of these reactions have their roots in defense mechanisms that were intended to protect us from threats. Irritating stimuli are often associated with something that our body tells us to avoid, which is why they trigger such a strong reaction. It's a matter of mistaken identity - we can't distinguish a real threat from something that mimics it.