Why Our Brains Respond Differently to Classical Music
Chinese researchers report even a few moments of opera produce a thoughtful, empathetic response. By Tom Jacobs (Photo:…
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The Reason Your Brain Has All Those Folds
A simple formula may explain a great deal about the overall structure of the human brain. By Nathan…
Can a Brain Scan Tell What You’re Thinking?
A new experiment advances the idea that brain scans can teach us something about how the human mind…
Another Brain Benefit of Music Lessons
They help kids develop the ability to disregard potential distractions. By Tom Jacobs (Photo: woodleywonderworks/Flickr) The term “cognitive…
A Recipe for Creativity: Brain Stimulation Plus Effort
New research confirms that electrical stimulation of the brain can enhance creativity — but only if we’re really trying. By…
Keep Your Brain Sharp: Eat Chocolate
New research provides more evidence linking cocoa consumption to enhanced cognitive functioning.
Our Limited Understanding of the Fetish
The lack of insightful scientific information on what drives fetishes points toward a loosening of restrictions and a widening of what defines "normal."
A Scanner Constantly
Living with a brain tumor can often mean feeling reduced to your clinical records.
Can You Think Yourself Into a Different Person?
We used to believe our brains couldn’t be changed. Now we believe they can—if we want it enough. But is that true?