Researchers look deeper look at the impact of associative learning, especially when it comes to the current political climate. Read More
While misinformation can cancel our accurate statements about climate change, researchers report that delivering a 'vaccine, or preemptive exposure, to fragments of misinformation may cancel out the negative false news and help preserve the facts. Read More
A new study reveals the 2016 may have triggered OCD-like symptoms in some people. Researchers report some people are having politically focused intrusive thoughts and associated ritualistic behaviors due to political stressors. Read More
A rise in individualism helps create generations of people with more altruistic mindsets, researchers report. Read More
According to researchers, both males and females favor female politicians, with men rating them significantly higher regardless of the topic they address. The study speculates the current political environment may have re-balanced politics in favor of women. Read More
Study found a correlation between adolescents who reported high levels of family conflict while growing up and those who later identified socially undesirable traits as ideal leadership qualities. A person who experiences high conflict during their teen years was 20% more likely to prefer a tyrannical model of leadership. Read More
A bipartisan bill has been announced to boost Alzheimer's disease research and create an international action plan. Read More
Neuroimaging study of Spanish voters reveals negative political messages illicit stronger neural responses. Messages about corruption activate brain areas associated with risk and disappointment. Read More
A new paper considers how Britain's decision to 'Brexit' the European Union could impact funding for neuroscience research, specifically for neurodegenerative diseases. Read More
California governor allocates an initial grant of $2 million to the Cal-BRAIN initiative to help map the brain. Read More
A new study reports language intensity and economic conditions are tied when it comes to how people respond to candidates. Read More
Researchers report young adults who live in states with liberal policies are more likely to have used cannabis within the last year than those living in more conservative states. However, the rate of cannabis use disorder is increased in states with more conservative policies. Read More
