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·April 24, 2017·5 min read

Brain Circuit Enables Split Second Decision When Cues Conflict

A new study reveals the brain circuit that governs how we respond to conflicting environmental cues.

This mri scan shows the location of the amygdala.

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·November 20, 2013·3 min read

Size, Connectivity of Brain Region Linked to Anxiety Level in Young Children

Using neuroimaging technology to measure the size and connectivity of the amygdala allows researchers to predict the degree of anxiety a young child experiences in daily life, a new study reports.

Image shows the location of the prefrontal cortex in the brain.

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·January 12, 2016·7 min read

A ‘Back Door’ Into Cocaine Addicted Brain

Researchers report those addicted to cocaine may have difficulty controlling their addiction because of a 'back door' into the brain that circumvents their self control.

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·January 8, 2019·4 min read

Cannabis Exposure and Stress in Adolescence Can Lead to Anxiety Disorders in Adults

A new study reports exposure to cannabis and stress during the teenage years may result in an increased risk of developing anxiety disorders later in life.

The image is an MRI showing the location of the amygdala.

Featured Neurology

·September 10, 2013·2 min read

Scientists Discover a Novel Opiate Addiction Switch in the Brain

A new study reveals the underlying molecular process by which opiate addiction develops in the brain.

Image shows the location of the amygdala in the brain.

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·August 15, 2017·4 min read

Adult Brains Produce New Cells in Previously Undiscovered Area

University of Queensland researchers report they have discovered evidence of neurogenesis in the amygdala. Researchers say their findings could help develop new avenues of treatment for fear processing disorders.

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Featured Neuroscience

·April 11, 2022·8 min read

A Single Memory Is Stored Across Many Connected Brain Regions

Brain mapping study reveals memory engrams are widely distributed throughout the brain, including among regions not previously realized.

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·April 10, 2017·4 min read

Turning Down the Brain to Erase Fearful Memories: Mouse Study

A new study reports reducing the strength of communication between the amygdala and prefrontal cortex helps reduce fear levels in mice.

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·May 10, 2018·4 min read

Brain Circuits Behind Putting Up a Fight or Freezing in Place Identified

Researchers have identified two brain pathways that appear to be critical in determining how mice react to visual threats. The findings could have implications for treating PTSD and phobias in humans.

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·February 23, 2020·2 min read

Childhood trauma changes your brain, but it doesn’t have to be permanent

Female rats that experienced early life adversity developed abnormal connections between the amygdala and prefrontal cortex in response to neglect.

This shows neuron expressions in the amgydala and hippocampus.

Featured Psychology

·August 21, 2013·3 min read

Brain Circuit Can Tune Anxiety

Researchers have discovered a communication pathway between the amygdala and ventral hippocampus which appears to control anxiety. The findings could help pinpoint better targets for anti-anxiety treatments.