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Certain types of dogs seem to be more discerning than others, however.
The use of AI within mental health services could be a game-changer.
Humanity's most advanced tech still hasn’t unraveled the mysteries of the human mind. Can brain scans show us how we store memories?
Undiagnosed brain disease or divine inspiration? The origins of the French composer’s most provocative composition remain up for debate.
The brain appears to remember immune responses, and memories can trigger them to happen again. This might explain some psychosomatic illnesses.
When we satisfy our curiosity, the brain has a particular way of rewarding us.
Are some of us simple destined for unhappiness?
New ideas inevitably face opposition. A new book called "The Human Element" argues that overcoming opposition requires understanding the concepts of "Fuel" and "Friction."
Research reminds us that mild cognitive impairment isn’t necessarily a prelude to dementia.
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What do candles, coffee, and candy have to do with it?
A placebo-controlled study found that oxytocin seems to significantly reduce romantic jealousy among people in intimate relationships.
Successful constructive criticism is as much about mindset as methods.
One patient’s surprising results have experts cautiously optimistic.
Memory errors may actually indicate a way in which the human cognitive system is “optimal” or “rational.”
The scientists are headed "straight to the FDA" to begin human trials.
Experiencing too much pleasure and not enough pain may yield counterintuitive consequences.
Our brains might be flooded with the hallucinogen DMT as we die, leading to vivid dreams.
The human brain makes a striking deviation from the normal building plan.
Why does hearing sad music feel so good?
The cause of Alzheimer's is still not fully understood, but we might be able to vaccinate against it anyway.
“This will be one of the most important datasets since the mapping of the Human Genome.”
Scientists want to use dream hacking devices to improve your creativity and memory.
Research shows that psilocybin leads people away from materialism and toward transcendentalism. Apparently, mushrooms teach metaphysics.
Music therapy might boost memory, but the benefits are small. Just in case, tell your grandparents to listen to their favorite 1960s tunes.
Communication with home will be difficult on long-haul space flights. The longer this isolation goes on, the more detached a crew becomes.
Despite the wide diversity of spider species, most orb-weavers seem to follow the same playbook when building their webs.
Social conflicts can leave molecular marks on animals, according to recent research on the ant species Harpegnathos saltator.
Isn't more sleep always better?