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New neurons in the adult brain are involved in sensory learning

Scientists have demonstrated that the new neurons produced in adults react preferentially to reward-related sensory stimuli and help speed up the association between sensory information and reward. Adult-born neurons therefore play an important role in…

How to cope with a breakup (the healthy way)

We take a look at some helpful (and healthful) tips for coping with a breakup that will hopefully bring our heartbroken readers some much deserved comfort.

Is social media ruining your social life?

A new study tests the theory that the more time you spend on social media, the less time you spend socializing with people in real life.

More food for thought on kids’ eating habits, emotions

A psychologist has examined the preconceptions about the effects of emotions on children’s eating habits, creating the framework for future studies of how dietary patterns evolve in early childhood. Researchers have demonstrated that children from 4½ …

Novel mechanism behind schizophrenia uncovered

Researchers have uncovered a novel mechanism in which a protein–neuregulin 3–controls how key neurotransmitters are released in the brain during schizophrenia. The protein is elevated in people with schizophrenia and other severe mental illnesses, bu…

Film Memento helped uncover how the brain remembers and interprets events from clues

In the Christopher Nolan film Memento (2000) the protagonist suffers from long-term memory loss and is unable to retain new memories for no longer than a few minutes. The events unfold in reversed chronological order. The results deepen our understandi…

Zika virus could help combat brain cancer

Researchers show that infection by Zika caused death of cells from glioblastoma, the most common and aggressive kind of malignant brain tumor in adults. Scientists foresee the use of genetic engineering to neutralize Zika virus’ infectious whilst prese…

Marijuana: Good or bad?

February 21, 2018 by - No Comment

Marijuana: Good or bad?

More and more, marijuana is being legalized for medicinal or recreational purposes, but what are the health benefits and risks of the drug? We investigate.

Do sad children overeat?

Many adults overeat when they feel low, and some binge when they are elated. A new study investigates whether children do the same.

Music makes us enjoy exercise more, finds brain study

If you find exercise dull, a new study suggests you might want to grab your headphones; listening to music can increase our enjoyment of physical activity.