FeaturedPsychology·September 18, 2014·3 min readGambling with Confidence: Are You Sure About That?A new study reports researchers have discovered the neural basis for confidence in rat brains.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·July 24, 2014·4 min readBrain’s Dynamic Duel Underlies Win-Win ChoicesResearchers discover that when people choose between two or more positive outcomes, they experience paradoxical feelings of pleasure and anxiety.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyPsychology·February 18, 2014·5 min readStudy Uncovers Surprising Differences in Brain Activity of Alcohol Dependent WomenResearchers discover differences between patterns of brain network activation between alcohol dependent women and non addicted females.Read More
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FeaturedNeuroscience·December 7, 2013·3 min readRandom Fluctuations in Brain Cell Activity May Determine Toss-Up DecisionsA new study reports on links between neural activity and decisions where two options have equal appeal.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·November 25, 2013·2 min readScientists Find Brain Region That Helps You Make Up Your MindA new study reports the lateral habenula, an area of the brain linked to depression, plays a crucial role in decision making.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·November 6, 2013·7 min readResearchers Discover How Neural Circuits Zero in on the Specific Information Needed For DecisionsResearchers discover how the brain sorts out relevant and irrelevant sensory information during decision making processes.Read More
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