FeaturedPsychology·July 1, 2013·3 min readBrain Differences Seen in Depressed PreschoolersThe amygdala, an area of the brain which regulates emotion, works differently in preschoolers with depression compared to their health peers, a new study suggests.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·July 1, 2013·3 min readChildren With Delayed Motor Skills Struggle More SociallyA new study suggests a corresponding lack of motor skills may contribute to social awkwardness.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·July 5, 2013·6 min readHow the Brain Creates the ‘Buzz’ that Helps Ideas SpreadResearchers identify brain regions associated with the successful spread of ideas, often called "buzz". Messages which will go viral on social media can be predicted, according to the study.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·July 8, 2013·3 min readExposure to Stress Even Before Conception Causes Genetic Changes to OffspringResearchers discover an enhanced expression of the CRF-1 gene the ovum of rats exposed to stress prior to conceiving. Additionally, enhanced expression of the gene was noted in newborn rats whose mothers were exposed to stress.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·July 10, 2013·7 min readA Fundamental Problem for Brain MappingA new paper takes on brain mapping studies; forcing scientists to rethink the rules of neuroimaging.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·July 10, 2013·3 min readIrregular Bedtimes Curb Young Children’s Brain PowerAccording to new research, children with irregular bed times score significantly lower reading, maths and spatial awareness tests.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·July 11, 2013·4 min readCry Analyzer Seeks Clues to Babies’ HealthResearchers have developed a new tool which analyzes the cries of babies in order to search for clues to potential health or developmental problems.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·July 11, 2013·3 min readExtroverts Have More Sensitive Brain-Reward SystemExtroverts brain's release more dopamine, giving them more reason to be excited and engaged in the world, a new study suggests.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·July 15, 2013·2 min readBrain Discovery Could Help SchizophrenicsResearchers discover a link between the orbitofrontal cortex and learning and behavioral deficits in mice with a gene associated with mental illness.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·July 15, 2013·3 min readForaging for Thought: New Insights into Our Working MemoryA new study pinpoints an effect which makes people turn their attention to something new, rather than dwell on their most recent thoughts. The findings could have implications for studying disorders such as ADHD and autism.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·July 16, 2013·3 min readInner Speech Speaks Volumes About the BrainNew research shows a predictive brain signal could explain why we "hear" our inner voice, even in the absence of actual sound.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·July 22, 2013·3 min readBreastfeeding May Help Prevent ADHD in OffspringNew research suggests children who are breastfed may be less likely to develop ADHD later in life.Read More