The Psychology of Roller Coasters
Researchers investigate why so many people are hooked on the thrill of roller coaster riding.... Read More...
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Why Can’t Cats Resist Thinking Inside the Box?
Researchers look at the reason behind why cats like to squeeze into confined spaces, even virtual boxes.... Read More...
High Intensity Interval Training Releases Endorphins in the Brain
A PET neuroimaging study reveals high intensity impact training significantly increases endorphin release in brain areas associated with controlling emotion and pain.... Read More...
Social Laughter Releases Endorphins in the Brain
Researchers uncover how laughter releases endorphins in the brain.... Read More...
Intrinsic Reward Helps Make Exercise a Habit
A new study supports the role of intrinsic reward in maintaining exercise as a long-term habit.... Read More...
High Pain Tolerance? You Must Have Lots of Friends
According to a new study, having a larger social network can make you more tolerant to pain.... Read More...
Link Between Substance Abuse and Indoor Tanning Identified
A new study reports of a direct link between indoor tanning and substance abuse in high school aged children.... Read More...
Pain Threshold Can Be Raised by Altering Brain Chemistry
According to a new study, the number of opiate receptors in the brain increases in order to combat severe pain in arthritis sufferers.... Read More...
Study Offers Clue As to Why Alcohol is Addicting
UCSF Gallo scientists show that drinking releases brain endorphinsDrinking alcohol leads to the release of endorphins in areas of the brain that produce fee... Read More...