Whole Brain Map of Electrical Connections Key to Forming Memories
A new, whole brain map of neural connectivity reveals low frequency activity rhythms drive communication between key areas involved in memory processing. ... Read More...
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Chimp Study Reveals How Brain’s Structure Shaped Our Evolution
A new neuroimaging study reveals patterns of asymmetry in the human brain may be unique to our species and could help explain how we developed language skills. ... Read More...
New Insight Into Self-Control Through Neuroimaging
A new neuroimaging study reveals self control varies depending on the importance of the decision. Self control, researchers note, may also be augmented when people are asked to justify their decisions.... Read More...
How the Cortex Assigns Credit for Causality
A new study implicates the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex in our ability to assign credit for whatever action leads to a desired outcome. While the study does not rule out the involvement of other brain areas to credit assignment, it does show the dlPFC is a key player in how we assess causality.... Read More...
The Science of Laughter – And Why It Also Has A Dark Side
While laughter is considered to be a sign of happiness, it isn't always healthy or positive, researchers report.... Read More...
Frontotemporal Dementia Linked to Shortage of Progranulin
Researchers report neurodegeneration associated with frontotemporal dementia could span from a reduced trophic support for neurons.... Read More...
New Brain Pathway That Controls Hand Movements Identified
Researchers report the posterior parietal cortex may be implicated in the movement of our hands.... Read More...
Brain Structure That Helps Us Understand What Others Think Revealed
Researchers identify brain areas associated with developing the ability to "put ourselves in other people's shoes".... Read More...
Brain Rewires Itself to Enhance Other Senses in Blind People
Researchers report on the combined structural, functional and anatomical changes that occur in those born blind that are not present in the brains of people born with sight.... Read More...
Wired For Sound: Enraging Noises Caused By Brain Connection Overdrive
While many of us find the sound of a person chewing or breathing heavily annoying, for those with misophonia, such noises are unbearable. Researchers have identified the neural networks and brain changes associated with the disorder.... Read More...
Talk Therapy Helps Strengthen Brain Connections
Study reveals cognitive behavioral therapy can strengthen specific connections in the brains of people with psychosis, and the stronger neural network connections are associated with long term reduction in symptoms.... Read More...
Bilingualism May Save Brain Resources As You Age
Aging bilingual brains are more efficient and economical with their resources, a new study reports.... Read More...