CBD reduces impairment caused by cannabis
Cannabidiol may buffer the effects of THC on the brain for those who use marijuana. Marijuana with a higher CBD content restores disruptions to the salience network caused by THC exposure.... Read More...
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Intellectually Active Lifestyle Protects Against Neurodegeneration in Huntington’s
People with Huntington's disease who participated in intellectually stimulating activities had less brain atrophy than those with the disease who did not take up such activities.... Read More...
When Wandering Minds Are Just Fine
Contrary to popular belief, researchers report allowing your mind to wander in some situations does not result in failure of executive control or a dysfunctional cognitive state. People are able to strategically allow their minds to wander without impacting performance on a task.... Read More...
Daily Dose of Violent Video Games Has No Long Term Effect on Adult Aggression
A long term study finds no link between frequently playing violent video games and increased levels of aggression in adults.... Read More...
Study Reveals Why Some People Are More Creative Than Others
Researchers turn to neuroscience to help explain why some people are more creative than others.... Read More...
Mental Shortcuts, Not Emotion, Guide Irrational Decisions
Irrational decision making may be due to a lack of mental effort rather than emotions, a new study reports.... Read More...
Where the Brain Makes Difficult Decisions
Researchers reveal the role the orbitofrontal cortex plays in executive control.... Read More...
Reminiscing Can Help Boost Mental Performance
Researchers report performance of complex mental tasks can be boosted by 'off task' mental activities, such as reminiscing.... Read More...