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FeaturedNeuroscience·May 31, 2017·5 min readCracking the Neural Code of LoveA new study reports on a key connection between two areas of an adult female vole's brain reward system that promotes pair bonding.Read More
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FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·January 15, 2018·3 min readStudy Finds ‘Baby Brain’ is Real, But We’re Still Not Sure What Causes itA new study reveals baby brain, the increased forgetfulness and inattention some women experience during pregnancy does, in fact, exist.Read More