FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·April 20, 2023·4 min readMusic for Study and Sleep: Surprising Discovery on How Music Boosts Focus and RelaxationAnalyzing data from the popular music streaming service Spotify, researchers found the music we listen to while studying and the songs we prefer while falling asleep share more similarities than music in general.Read More
Auditory NeuroscienceFeaturedNeuroscience·January 21, 2023·3 min readExploring the Features of Music That People Fall Asleep ToWhile most people prefer to drift off to sleep listening to quieter and slower songs, some feel more relaxed when listening to familiar, high-energy popular music.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·March 15, 2022·5 min readA Remedy Against Choking Under PressureFrom elite athletes to students preparing to take an exam, people sometimes become overwhelmed by the pressure and this affects their ability to access their performance ability. Researchers reveal techniques to help prevent choking under pressure.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·July 27, 2020·4 min readHedonism Leads to HappinessPursuing hedonistic goals, such as taking time to yourself for relaxation or activities you enjoy, are essential, yet often neglected, for personal wellbeing.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·September 30, 2019·4 min readPeople with anxiety may strategically choose worrying over relaxingThose with anxiety and depressive disorders may actively resist relaxation, especially if they are more sensitive to shifts in negative emotions.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·October 23, 2018·3 min readSmell of Lavender is Relaxing and Could Help Treat AnxietyAccording to researchers, the scent of lavender is not only relaxing, the active compound, linalool, may help to treat anxiety disorders.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience VideosOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·June 22, 2018·4 min readBrain Tingles: The Physiological Benefits of ASMRResearchers reveal the phenomenon of ASMR videos may have a positive physiological effect on viewers. The study reports those who experience ASMR have lower heart rates while watching the videos, as well as an increase in positive emotions.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·June 13, 2018·5 min readMindfulness Meditation and Relaxation Response Have Different Effects on Brain FunctionA new study reports relaxation exercises strengthens coupling between brain areas associated with deliberate control, while mindfulness strengthens coupling between areas associated with sensory awareness and perception.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·June 19, 2017·5 min readUnearned Fun Tastes Just as SweetWaiting until all your chores are done to embark on leisure activities may not be the best idea, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·May 10, 2017·3 min readTai Chi Relieves Insomnia in Breast Cancer SurvivorsAccording to researchers, Tai Chi not only improves sleep health and reduces insomnia in breast cancer survivors, it also reduces depression and fatigue symptoms.Read More
Auditory NeuroscienceFeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·March 30, 2017·4 min readHow The Sounds of Nature Help Us to RelaxListening to the sounds of nature creates an outward directed focus of attention, helping us to relax, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·September 6, 2016·4 min readRelaxing Your Feet Affects Your HandsA new study reports that relaxing flexed muscles in your foot can reduce the ability of your hands to respond to stimulation.Read More