Everybody should try to stay well hydrated — seniors more so than others.
When mitochondria break down so do our minds, new research shows
When power runs low, neurons start going haywire.
Humans and chimp brains may have a turbo-charged fight-or-flight response
Such adaptations could form the evolutionary roots of human warfare.
Ketamine nasal spray quickly relieves depression and suicidal thoughts
A novel breakthrough that could save lives.
Emotions shape how you see the world — quite literally
Our perception of the world isn’t a crystal-clear reflection of reality.
Six-month old babies can already distinguish between different emotions
Ah, they grow up so fast.
Scientists reverse damage by key gene involved in Alzheimer’s Disease
The results astonishingly suggest that Alzheimer’s effects on the brain could be reversed.
Mysterious vomiting condition tied to marijuana can be relieved by hot showers, doctors say
This is a serious condition that has sent many to the ER multiple times.
Humans as old as 79 still generate new neurons, stirring new debate
The results are encouraging given an aging population around the world.
It’s official: College men think they’re smarter than they really are
Meanwhile, women are crippled with doubt.
Scientists reprogram brain cells that store memories about places
German researchers reprogramed brain cells to investigate how place memories are formed.
Marijuana legalization helps decrease opioid consumption, research shows
In states where both recreational and medical marijuana was legalized, opioid prescriptions dropped about 14%.
Good-looking people are more likely to feel that life is fair
When life gives you lemons… you think of it as a very sour place.
Monkeys’ brain activity syncs up when they watch each other do something
It’s not monkey business.
How to say the perfect ‘Hello’ — according to science
Imagine the most charming person coming into the room and saying ‘Hi!’. With a simple greeting, he or she can convince you that everything is going to be alright, completely gaining your trust. The opposite is also possible — you might dislike someone from the moment they greet you. Now, a team of researchers has analyzed what makes our intonation
Freezing gut nerve makes you less hungry, aiding weight loss
It sounds extreme, but it worked — with no side effects.
Hip hop music teaches children to recognize stroke and act quickly, study finds
Music can save lives, too.
Healthy food significantly improves major depression symptoms, new study finds
“You are what you eat.”
Shedding light on concussions with a portable brain-scanning device
Concussions are by far the most common traumatic brain injury, but there hasn’t been a good way to view them.
What’s the surprising connection between cannabis and coffee?
Both substances target cannabinoids.