FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·August 24, 2018·4 min readSweeter Dreams in a Peaceful MindAccording to researchers, people with higher levels of peace of mind have more positive dream emotions. By contrast, those who feel anxious report more negative dreams.Read More
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FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·June 30, 2023·4 min readKindness Meditation Boosts Memory Recall in Depression RecoveryA form of meditation focused on unconditional kindness can enhance memory recall in individuals with a history of depression. Participants engaged in daily ten-minute meditations aimed at promoting happiness, health, loving-kindness, and peace.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 19, 2023·5 min readResearchers Invent E-skin That ‘Talks’ to the BrainResearchers have developed an artificial electronic skin (e-skin) capable of converting sensory inputs into electrical signals that the brain can interpret. This skin-like material incorporates soft integrated circuits and boasts a variety of sensory abilities, including temperature and pressure detection. This advance could facilitate the creation of prosthetic limbs with sensory feedback or advanced medical devices.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·April 10, 2023·5 min readChild Victims of Violence Face Long-Term Psychological EffectsChild victims of extreme physical violence, such as stabbings or shootings, are at significantly higher risk of developing PTSD as adults.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·March 13, 2023·5 min readAddressing Spiritual and Existential Needs Could Improve Health OutcomesAddressing existential and spiritual questions a person may have positive implications for inner peace and overall health.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·January 15, 2023·5 min readHaving Strong Social Connections Can Improve Your HealthStrong bonds with family can help improve health-related behaviors, while strong connections with friends and other social groups were associated with better overall mental health and well-being.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·October 22, 2022·5 min readMindfulness Training Provides a Natural HighMindful meditation can produce a healthy altered state of consciousness in the treatment of those with addiction problems.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·August 9, 2022·5 min readA Hard Pill to Swallow: Daily Multivitamin May Be an Unnecessary HabitResearchers say, for the majority of people, taking daily multivitamins does little to prevent diseases or extend lifespan.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·June 27, 2022·3 min readOxytocin Spreads Cooperation in Social NetworksAdministering oxytocin to influential members of a social network helped increase overall group cooperation.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·June 23, 2022·4 min readSilence for Thought: Special Interneuron Networks in the Human BrainHuman cortical networks have evolved a novel neural network that relies on abundant connections between inhibitory interneurons.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·May 6, 2022·4 min readNearly Half of Americans Prioritize Mental Health With Daily ‘Mindful Moments’Up to 46% of Americans help manage their mental health and reduce anxiety by taking 5 to 10-minute breaks throughout the day to focus on mindfulness.Read More
