February 2, 2018 by NewsBot - No Comment
With each peck, woodpeckers absorb more than ten times the force it would take to give a human a concussion. But they seem fine. Researchers examined the brains of woodpeckers in museum collections and saw that the brains showed a build-up of a protein…
February 2, 2018 by NewsBot - No Comment
A new study reveals that just one night of poor sleep can have a negative impact on the working memory of women, but the same can’t be said for men.
February 2, 2018 by NewsBot - No Comment
Logotherapy is based on the idea that identifying your purpose in life can help you overcome all struggles and therefore stay healthy. How does it work?
February 2, 2018 by NewsBot - No Comment
Scientists have identified a group of cells that are responsible for anxiety-related behavior. The findings could lead to better anti-anxiety treatments.
January 31, 2018 by NewsBot - No Comment
People with anhedonia can no longer enjoy the things that they once loved. In this Spotlight feature, we ask what’s going on in the brain.
January 31, 2018 by NewsBot - No Comment
Are we on the same wavelength as our friends? A recent study that analyzed people’s brain activity using functional MRI says that we are.
January 29, 2018 by NewsBot - No Comment
Haphephobia is an anxiety disorder characterized by a fear of being touched. In this article, we look at the causes, risk factors, and how to cope.
January 28, 2018 by NewsBot - No Comment
New research furthers our understanding of the connection between our gut and our brain, and reveals surprising ways in which our gut drives our decisions.
January 27, 2018 by NewsBot - No Comment
Battered woman syndrome is a condition that can develop as a result of an abusive relationship. Learn about the symptoms, stages, and complications.
January 27, 2018 by NewsBot - No Comment
We all have to deal with troublesome relationships, but which social ties do we find most ‘difficult’ and why don’t we simply cut them off?
