Five Words In and You’ve Decided
New research suggests our brains react almost instantaneously to statements that challenge our moral values.
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Brain’s Indiana Joneses Search for Empathy
Empathy is more than an item on a prospective Supreme Court nominee's résumé; it's a core human trait. But where inside the brain might it arise?
‘Mozart Effect’ Real — For Some
A new study finds listening to Mozart can indeed provide a boost for the brain — but only in non-musicians.
Experts Live and Die With Mental Shortcuts
Understanding human thought processes puts a different spin on everything from global financial meltdowns to fighter pilot errors. It can also help make technology more brain-friendly.
This Is Your Brain on Pot … No, Really
This is not just a pipe dream: The brain apparently does make its own marijuana.
What’s in a Mouse Brain? Not Nearly Enough Astrocytes
Scale aside, one of the biggest differences between the brains of mice and humans is the once-overlooked cell known as the astrocyte.
Bodily Fitness Bulks Up Brain, Too
Staying physically fit doesn’t just strengthen your muscles: It also bulks up a key area of your brain.…
Stress Decreases Effectiveness of Flu Vaccine
Two new studies of psychological stress provide another reason we all need to unwind, and suggest an effective way of doing so.
Brain Injuries Linked to Spirituality
Brain-injury research from the University of Missouri provides evidence that feelings of spiritual transcendence are the product of specific brain activity.