Brain Metabolism

Brain Metabolism

Two detailed anatomical illustrations show human heads: one sliced horizontally to reveal the brain, and the other showing exposed facial muscles, bones, and tissue.
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What sets trauma apart from regular bad experiences? A leading neuroscientist explains.
A person standing in the ocean captured in a haunting black and white photo.
The dying brain experiences a surge of electrical activity. Could this help explain the mysterious phenomena of near-death experiences?
creatine
Athletes often use creatine to boost performance and aid muscle recovery. Accumulating evidence suggests it could also help with depression.
cognitive fatigue
Cognitive fatigue results from thinking too hard and long. Neuroscientists now believe they know why this occurs.