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New research provides an intriguing glimpse into the processes that establish connections between nerve cells in the brain. These connections, or synapses, allow nerve cells to transmit and process information involved in thinking and moving the body. …

Cigarette smokers are more likely to commit suicide than people who don’t smoke, studies have shown.

We’ve all heard the stereo­type: Women like to talk. We bounce ideas off each other about every­thing from career moves to dinner plans.

In the U.S., couples with daughters are somewhat more likely to divorce than couples with sons. Many scholars have read those numbers as evidence that daughters cause divorce.

In the U.S., couples with daughters are somewhat more likely to divorce than couples with sons. Many scholars have read those numbers as evidence that daughters cause divorce.

In a recent study, researchers at Rhode Island Hospital found that fear of being rejected because of one’s appearance, as well as rejection sensitivity to general interpersonal situations, were…

In a recent study, researchers at Rhode Island Hospital found that fear of being rejected because of one’s appearance, as well as rejection sensitivity to general interpersonal situations, were…

Startling new research is finding that smokers may actually be more likely to take their own life.

Omega-3 fish oil might help protect against alcohol-related neurodamage and the risk of eventual dementia, according to a study. Many human studies have shown that long-term alcohol abuse causes brain damage and increases the risk of dementia. The new …

Throughout our lives, our brains adapt to what we learn and memorize. The brain is indeed made up of complex networks of neurons and synapses that are constantly re-configured. However, in order for learning to leave a trace, connections must be stabil…