Facts You Didn't Know
10 Things You Didn’t Know About Left-Handed People
Explore fun facts about left-handed people, including talents, health, and famous names
- Naama Green
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About 10% to 12% of the world’s people are left-handed, often called “lefties.”
There are twice as many left-handed men in the world as there are left-handed women.
Being left-handed often runs in families. If both parents are left-handed, there’s a 50% chance their child will be too.
Studies show that many lefties are great at math, design, and understanding space and shapes. Right-handed people often have stronger language skills. Some lefties also have amazing musical talent and even perfect pitch!
Out of 45 American presidents, 7 have been left-handed.
Famous left-handers include Albert Einstein, Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, Benjamin Franklin, Beethoven, Napoleon, Henry Ford, Kafka, Bob Dylan, Brad Pitt, and Tom Cruise.
Lefties in the British royal family include the Queen Mother, Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Charles, and Prince William.
One study found that left-handed people tend to process emotions differently and may get upset more easily.
Research shows that left-handed people may be more likely to develop asthma or allergies.
Doctors have discovered that if a left-handed person injures their left hand, they usually learn to use their right hand faster than right-handed people adjust to using their left.
