FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·November 10, 2023·4 min readASMR: Relaxation or Irritation?ASMR, a phenomenon enjoyed by many for its calming effects, has been scientifically shown to positively alter mood and physiological responses like heart rate and blood pressure in 25-30% of people. Researchers, after reviewing over 1,000 scientific articles, confirmed ASMR's consistent description and experience across individuals, noting changes in delta brain waves and activation in specific brain regions.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·March 12, 2022·5 min readIf You Love ASMR You Might Be More SensitivePeople who enjoy ASMR have heightened sensory sensitivity, a new study reports. Many people who react positively to ASMR also experience higher levels of bodily awareness, greater sensitivity to bodily sensations, and often are easily overstimulated by their environment.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·February 3, 2022·4 min readAnxiety and Neuroticism Linked to Ability to Experience ASMRASMR could serve as an intervention for those with elevated levels of neuroticism and anxiety, a new study finds.Read More
AutismFeaturedNeurologyNeurosciencePsychology·April 30, 2019·5 min readA Link to Autism Helped Me Find the Upside of the Negative Side of SynesthesiaD'Arcy Carter provides insight into her experiences with synesthesia.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience VideosPsychology·August 27, 2018·4 min readASMR Videos Could Be a New Digital Therapy For DepressionAs ASMR videos are becoming more and more popular, researchers consider using ASMR as a therapeutic tool to treat a range of psychological disorders.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience VideosOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·June 22, 2018·4 min readBrain Tingles: The Physiological Benefits of ASMRResearchers reveal the phenomenon of ASMR videos may have a positive physiological effect on viewers. The study reports those who experience ASMR have lower heart rates while watching the videos, as well as an increase in positive emotions.Read More