Study reveals the motivating elements that drives a person's desire to improve self-control. Read More
According to researchers, for many men, a hidden fer of being fat is driving their gym attendance due to feelings of shame rather than a desire to build muscle. Read More
Researchers say melanocortin 4 receptors may play a role in unease and reward. The study reports dopamine levels fell in the reward system of mice when the animal experienced something unpleasant. However, in mice lacking the melanocortin 4 receptor, dopamine levels increased slightly following a negative experience. Read More
A new study reports on a neurobiological basis for apathy. Read More
Researchers discover a link between the orbitofrontal cortex and learning and behavioral deficits in mice with a gene associated with mental illness. Read More
Researchers report that there may be some truth in the belief that marijuana causes laziness, in rats at least. Read More
The ventral striatum plays a key role in decision making, weighing the cost versus the benefit of making a physical effort. Read More
Computational model sheds light on the impact chronic, low-grade inflammation has on the mesolimbic dopamine system and motivational impairments. Read More
A new study reports prenatal exposure to cannabis could cause alterations in brain development, negatively impacting cognitive function as adults. Read More
Blocking the release of dynorphin, researchers restore motivation in animals experiencing pain. The findings may help in the development of new, less addictive, pain medications. Read More
A new study reveals older adults tend to be more generous to strangers. This may be an avenue for emotional gratification and purposes as we age. Read More
In addition to having implications for personal health, sugar sweetened drinks may have addictive properties, researchers report. The study found when abstaining from drinking sweetened drinks, people who consume them often experience increased headaches, decreased motivation and a lower ability to concentrate. Read More
