From inspiring creativity to promoting overall brain health, researchers say it's important to embrace boredom from time to time. Read More
60% of authors say they can hear their characters' voices as they write. Some even say they could enter into a dialogue with their characters, and sometimes their characters 'talk back'. Researchers explore why this phenomenon occurs. Read More
Mixing materials allow for more varied and nuanced expressions of artistic creativity in children. Read More
Neuroimaging study sheds light on what drove the evolutionary development of human creativity. Read More
Using neuroimaging and EEG technology to analyze the brains of jazz musicians during improvisation, researchers shed light on which side of the brain controls creativity. Musicians relatively inexperienced at improvisation rely on the right hemisphere for creativity. More experienced improvisational jazz musicians show more activity in the left hemisphere when being creative. Read More
Is it possible to have a psychedelic experience from taking a placebo alone? A new study says it is. Read More
200mg of caffeine, the equivalent of a strong cup of coffee, helps boost problem solving skills, but has no effect on creative thinking. Read More
Allowing a child to play in nature helps improve their physical health, motor skills, learning ability, social development, and emotional wellbeing. Read More
Researchers discuss why many feel a bipolar disorder diagnosis is "more desirable" compared to other mood disorders. Read More
Those who microdose psychedelics report improved mood, greater focus, and increased creativity. A new study looks at the positive outcomes of microdosing and suggests others look at potential long-term negative consequences of using psychedelics. Read More
Researchers look at the myths and the facts about left-handedness. Read More
Minecraft and other virtual building games can help improve creativity, a new study reports. Read More
