Compared to adults, children continue to explore other options than using knowledge to capitalize on reward, to see if the value has changed. Children approach exploration systematically to make sure they don't miss anything. Read More
The activity of the dorsal anterior cingulate cortex (dACC) during motivated control reflects the calculation of surprise. The findings take cognitive control research to new heights by providing insight into how the dACC works as a component of a brain network that supports motivated behaviors. Read More
Patients with mood and anxiety disorders have abnormally low activation in brain areas associated with cognitive and emotional control. Brain scans also revealed hyperactivity in brain areas linked to the processing of emotional thoughts. Read More
Neuroimaging can be used to assess a person's risk of suicidal behavior. Those with mood disorders, a history of suicidal thoughts, and those with a history of suicide attempts have less connectivity in the cognitive control network. They also have reduced connectivity between the cognitive control network and the default mode network. Read More
Deep brain stimulation improves performance on cognitive control tasks and increases theta oscillations in the medial, and lateral prefrontal cortex. Read More
Study confirms the acceptability, feasibility and safety for using Project: EVO, a action video game experience, for children on the autism spectrum with co-occurring ADHD. Read More
Researchers are embarking on a new project to better understand the mechanisms of cognitive control.They hope to generate a specific mathematical model for each individual's brain activity in order to understand how cognitive control differs between people. Read More
Scientists are beginning to understand the neuroscience behind sensory processing disorder and are developing new therapies to help those with SPD. Read More
A new study reports mothers who demonstrate better emotional control and problem solving abilities have a more positive influence on their child's behavior. Read More
Researchers reveal telling people whether a musician in a professional or student can change the way the brain responds to the music they are playing. Read More
A new study reveals how the brain manages to perform learned categorization while under stress. Read More
A new study sheds light on why children born with very low birth weight often suffer from cognitive problems. Read More
