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·May 21, 2017·5 min read

Why Bad Moods Can Be Good For You

Researchers say bad moods and sadness can be a useful and adaptive part of life, making it easier for us to cope with everyday situations and challenges.

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·April 24, 2017·6 min read

Inconsistent Sleep Schedule Harms Attention and Creativity in Young Adults

Inconsistent sleep patterns are linked to a decline in attention and cognition, especially in younger adults, a new study reports.

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·April 4, 2017·4 min read

Imagine Being More Patient

Researchers report patience may be increased by imagining an outcome before acting on an impulse.

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·February 27, 2017·4 min read

How Being Funny Changes the Brain

Researchers document how the brain's physiology changes when people try to be funny.

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·February 21, 2017·4 min read

Creative People Have Better Connected Brains

A new study reports highly creative people appear to have more connections between their brain hemispheres.

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·October 6, 2016·2 min read

Computer Experts Identify 14 Themes of Creativity

A computer system has identified the complex components of creativity, a new study reports.

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·September 15, 2016·2 min read

Fantasy Play Helps Creative Thinking in Children

Researchers report children who indulge in fantasy play could have a benefit when it comes to creative thinking.

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·July 18, 2016·4 min read

Unlocking the Secrets of the Brain: Defining and Measuring Human Intelligence

Researchers have identified how different parts of the brain interact with each other at different times in order to discover how intellect works.

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·April 14, 2016·4 min read

Brain Stimulation Enhances Creativity

According to researchers, transcranial direct current stimulation can enhance your ability to think creatively.

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·January 4, 2016·4 min read

Happy and Sad Music Evoke Different Neural Patterns

According to a new study, the workings of neural circuits associated with creativity are significantly altered when artists are actively attempting to express emotion.