FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·February 25, 2026·8 min readBrain Switch Identified for Unlearning Fear FasterStop the fear before it lingers. Scientists identify a specific neural switch that can be "turned on" to help the brain unlearn fear and trauma faster than ever.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·February 23, 2026·8 min readChatbots Can Worsen Delusions and ManiaA digital helping hand or a dangerous mirror? New research reveals how AI chatbots can consolidate delusions and worsen symptoms for those with severe mental illness.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·February 23, 2026·5 min readMoving Beyond Dopamine to Treat SchizophreniaDopamine isn't the whole story. A massive new review outlines the next generation of schizophrenia therapies that target the immune system, the gut, and cognitive receptors.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·February 23, 2026·7 min readThe Brain Ignores Itching When You’re StressedIn a crisis, the last thing you want to do is scratch. Scientists discover the brain's "mute button" that silences itch during stress—and why it fails in chronic conditions.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·February 22, 2026·7 min readCould an “Exercise Pill” Help Treat Depression?Exercise is medicine, but what if you can't take the dose? Scientists explore "exercise mimetics"—pills that trick your brain into thinking you've just finished a workout.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·February 21, 2026·9 min readOCD Brains Work Harder to Stay on TrackIt’s not just a repetitive thought—it’s a brain working overtime. New research shows why the OCD brain recruits extra regions just to keep track of daily sequences.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·February 20, 2026·8 min readTeen Cannabis Use Doubles Psychosis and Bipolar RiskOne hit could have a two-year countdown. New research confirms that teen cannabis use doubles the risk of severe psychiatric disorders in young adulthood.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·February 20, 2026·8 min readStudy Shows Cognitive Recovery in PsychosisIt’s not a single path. A decade-long study reveals how the brain’s "growth chart" can predict recovery and treatment success in people with psychosis.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·February 17, 2026·7 min readBrain Never Outgrows the Ability to Emotionally EvolveThink you're too old to change? Think again. A new study proves that 80-year-olds can improve their emotional stability just as effectively as 20-year-olds.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·February 16, 2026·7 min readDelivery Method of Probiotic Flips the Brain Between Memory and MoodMemory or Mood? Your choice of probiotic might depend on the packaging. New research reveals that how probiotics are prepared dictates whether they help your focus or your feelings.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·February 16, 2026·7 min readStudy Links Sugary Drinks to Adolescent AnxietyWe know sugar is bad for the body, but what about the mind? A new study finds a troubling link between sugary drinks and the rising tide of anxiety in young people.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·February 16, 2026·13 min readModerate Cannabis Use May Protect the Aging BrainA massive study of over 26,000 middle aged and older adults reveals that those who use cannabis in moderation have larger brain volumes and sharper cognitive skills than non-users.Read More
