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The fitness placebo: Can you really think yourself fit?
July 22, 2017 by NewsBot - No Comment
Schizophrenia breakthrough: Halting protein degradation is key
July 21, 2017 by NewsBot - No Comment
A reduction in DISC1 plays a role in schizophrenia, and a new study investigates how this protein is degraded while attempting to apply its brakes.
A healthy heart today means a healthier brain later in life
July 20, 2017 by NewsBot - No Comment
Following seven simple heart health tips in your 20s predicts a healthier brain volume in your 40s. Cardiovascular and cognitive health seem to be linked.
Out-of-body experiences: Neuroscience or the paranormal?
July 19, 2017 by NewsBot - No Comment
Out-of-body experiences have historically been the domain of pseudoscience. However, neuroscience researchers are slowly unraveling their mystery.
Generosity makes you happier
July 16, 2017 by NewsBot - No Comment
New research shows that people who decide to perform generous acts toward others, no matter how small, have an increased level of happiness.
New form of CBT may help with chronic pain management
July 14, 2017 by NewsBot - No Comment
Research investigates the effect of a new form of CBT called acceptance and commitment therapy on the outcomes of people living with chronic pain.
PTSD may be physical and not only psychological
July 14, 2017 by NewsBot - No Comment
The part of the brain that helps control emotion may be larger in people who develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after brain injury compared to those with a brain injury without PTSD…
Expecting the worst: People’s perceived morality is biased towards negativity
July 14, 2017 by NewsBot - No Comment
People who are believed to be immoral are unable to reverse individuals’ perception of them, potentially resulting in difficulties in the workplace and barriers in accessing fair and equal treatment…
First impressions count in the fight against anti-vaccination conspiracy theories
July 13, 2017 by NewsBot - No Comment
New research has found that prevention is better than cure when it comes to fighting anti-vaccination conspiracy theories.
Brain-training games ‘do not boost cognition’
July 12, 2017 by NewsBot - No Comment
Measures of brain activity, decision-making, and cognitive ability show that the benefits of brain-training games are no greater than those of video games.
