Whether you hug to show affection to comfort a loved one in pain, researchers explore the neuroscience of why a cuddle feels so good.
Animal studies and analysis of human data reveal a link between vitamin D deficiency and an increased risk of both opioid addiction and sun-seeking behaviors.
Early-life exposure to antibiotics may impact brain signaling pathways associated with social behavior and pain regulation. Young mice treated with antibiotics had reduced expression of receptors that mediate endorphin, oxytocin, and vasopressin signaling in the frontal cortex.
Hangxiety, the feeling of waking up with anxiety the morning after heavy drinking, is a common symptom associated with a hangover. Researchers explain how a heavy night's drinking alters neurochemistry, leaving some of us prone to waking with anxiety.
Researchers investigate why so many people are hooked on the thrill of roller coaster riding.
Researchers look at the reason behind why cats like to squeeze into confined spaces, even virtual boxes.
A PET neuroimaging study reveals high intensity impact training significantly increases endorphin release in brain areas associated with controlling emotion and pain.
Researchers uncover how laughter releases endorphins in the brain.
A new study supports the role of intrinsic reward in maintaining exercise as a long-term habit.
According to a new study, having a larger social network can make you more tolerant to pain.
A new study reports of a direct link between indoor tanning and substance abuse in high school aged children.
According to a new study, the number of opiate receptors in the brain increases in order to combat severe pain in arthritis sufferers.
