Neuropsych

And do they feel guilty about it?

The study provides initial evidence that open, strong postures can improve children’s mood and self-esteem.

Pups in puberty prefer not to listen to their owners.

A researcher talks about the power of music in a crisis.

The distracting nature of modern media is having a terrible effect on what we learn.

Using magnetic nanoparticles, scientists stimulate the adrenal gland in rodents to control release of hormones linked to stress.

This is one of countless studies that prove the positive impact of social connection and intimacy while highlighting the negative impact of isolation and separation.

What makes some psychopaths better able to control their antisocial tendencies?

A new study at UPenn found that effective learning includes mistakes—just not too many.

A critical thinking framework developed by psychologists can help teach mental skills necessary for our times.

Do adults need to be more carefree, in order for their lives to go well?

It may be easiest when you’re young, but the proven benefits of learning a new language at any age cannot be ignored.

A Penn State study finds today’s middle-aged are experiencing much higher stress levels than 30 years ago.

Someday, presumably, we’ll go back to our lives. Our furry buddies will wonder where we went.

Love a good villain? It says a lot about you.

Brain-computer interfaces give scientists their closest look so far at what the human brain does while we’re asleep.

Some hold that mental disorders are brain diseases. Others argue that they’re social constructs used to medicalise aberrant behaviour.

Being aware of this issue is a big first step in helping vulnerable communities (such as those struggling with addiction) combat relapse during this pandemic.

The visual languages of comics and graphic novels are great exercise for developing brains.

Flow Research Collective COO Rian Doris explains how to harness the power of your nervous system to find your flow during a pandemic.

Young people could even end up less anxiety-ridden, thanks to newfound confidence

In order to gain more from spending time alone, it is important to be open to the benefits that solitude can bring.

It’s normal if you’re not productive in your creativity all the time. Even the greats took breaks.

How does the COVID-19 pandemic affect relationships? One study aims to find out. If you have 20 minutes, take the survey!

A study finds that while musical newbies exercise the brain’s so-called creative hemisphere, pros have moved on.

Rather than trekking up a mountain, a more accurate metaphor for human development involves navigating the waters of a choppy sea.

Johns Hopkins University professor Susan Carnell explains the neuroscience behind eating out of boredom (and how to stop).

Removing the pressure of finding your “dying passion” makes it easier to connect with the “why” of your work.

Sexuality is fluid and it’s important that people get to define it for themselves.

Our live stream with Harvard literature professor Lisa New begins at 1 pm ET today.