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Researchers look to an FDA-approved drug ingredient that can "scoop-up" and store cholesterol and possibly stave off post-stroke dementia.
The first recorded brain activity of a person during their death suggests a biological trigger for near-death experiences.
Bite into a miracle berry and you'll perceive intense sweetness — but only after you eat something acidic, too.
Choking under pressure seems to have deep evolutionary roots.
Painkillers have nasty side effects, such as organ damage or addiction. Researchers have discovered a new drug that may cause none of these.
Ingesting tiny doses of hallucinogens might not have the outsized benefits that some people claim it does.
Scientists looked for ways to trigger the “build whatever normally was here” signal for cells at the site of a wound.
How much we enjoy a conversation can all be a matter of timing — specifically, how long it takes us to respond to what was just said.
Get stronger in only three seconds per day? New research shows that it is possible.
Whenever you're surprised, there's a good chance that your brain is busy tweaking your memories.
Wordle activates both the language and logic parts of our brain and give us a nice boost of dopamine, whether we win or lose.
Flow occurs when a task’s challenge is balanced with one’s skill.
OCD and addiction may result in part from improper “reward” pathways in the brain. Ultrasound can disrupt those pathways.
Your brain is remarkably good at mapping out physical spaces — even if it's an imaginary space like Hogwarts. But how does the brain do it?
The first personality tests revolved around assessing people’s reactions to ambiguous and often unsettling images. Today, the gold standard is a barrage of questions.
Regret isn't just unpleasant, it's unhealthy.
People who visit Florence seem strangely susceptible to Stendhal syndrome, which is blamed on an overwhelming sense of awe.
From boosting empathy to improving therapy, virtual reality is poised to change our ideas of the self.
Certain types of dogs seem to be more discerning than others, however.
The use of AI within mental health services could be a game-changer.
Undiagnosed brain disease or divine inspiration? The origins of the French composer’s most provocative composition remain up for debate.
The brain appears to remember immune responses, and memories can trigger them to happen again. This might explain some psychosomatic illnesses.
When we satisfy our curiosity, the brain has a particular way of rewarding us.
Are some of us simple destined for unhappiness?
New ideas inevitably face opposition. A new book called "The Human Element" argues that overcoming opposition requires understanding the concepts of "Fuel" and "Friction."
Research reminds us that mild cognitive impairment isn’t necessarily a prelude to dementia.
A placebo-controlled study found that oxytocin seems to significantly reduce romantic jealousy among people in intimate relationships.
Successful constructive criticism is as much about mindset as methods.
One patient’s surprising results have experts cautiously optimistic.
Memory errors may actually indicate a way in which the human cognitive system is “optimal” or “rational.”