Melinda Beck on Lunch Break looks at the "cocktail party effect," in which people are able to focus on one conversation while being aware of conversations going on around them. Researchers say we ...

Tips and Tricks to Host a Stylish and Unforgettable Cocktail Gathering Hosting a cocktail party is an art-one that combines ...

The ability in perception to select one desired sound from a background of AMBIENT NOISE heard at the same time. For instance, at a party, where many voices are speaking simultaneously, we may 'focus' ...