Transcendental Meditation Mitigates Depression
New research indicates Transcendental Meditation may help reduce symptoms of depression, which could also lower the risk of heart disease.
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The Limits of Empathy for Outsiders
Two new studies — one sociological, another using brain scans — document and help explain our lack of empathy for perceived outsiders.
With Music, Ignorance May Be Bliss
Put down those program notes: New research suggests describing a piece of classical music may diminish the pleasure of listening.
The Brain That Gave Us ‘Purple Haze’
A psychologist argues the enormous creativity of guitarist Jimi Hendrix can be traced to the high level of integration between his brain’s two hemispheres.
To Feel Good, Reach for the Sky
New research finds upward physical movements inspire positive memories.
The Duet of Brain and Music
Two new studies of music and the brain give us insights into the mind of the improvising musician, and the conformist leanings of teenagers.
The Chemical Contrails of the Placebo
Studies are finding that the pain relief induced by placebos may come from releasing the body's own chemical pain relievers.
Raise Your Hand If You’re Creative. Either Hand.
Creativity is a product of the left and right brain hemispheres working together — an alliance that comes more easily to the ambidextrous.
It Ain’t Heavy — It’s My Brain Enhancer
Weighty new research suggests holding a heavy object engages the mind.