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Neuroscience research questions current alcohol limit

Neuroscience NewsJune 21, 2019

Drinking small amounts of alcohol, like one pint of beer or a large glass of wine, significantly impairs our feeling of being in control of our actions. A new study reveals even one beer can lead to overconfidence in driving ability and make us act in inappropriate, potentially dangerous ways. The study begs the question, are current alcohol limits for driving truly safe?... Read More...

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How arousal impacts physiological synchrony in relationships

Neuroscience NewsJune 19, 2019

Different social context causes different levels of physiological arousal. However, in every condition, the autonomic nervous system went into synch between strangers, whether in low or high states of arousal.... Read More...

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The neuroscience of terrorism: How researchers convinced a group of radicals to let them scan their brain

Neuroscience NewsJune 13, 2019

A new neuroimaging study provides an insight into the neurobiology of those willing to commit terrorist acts. Researchers consider the psychological and social factors which also contribute to radicalization, and discuss how inclusive societies could help in the fight against political violence.... Read More...

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Downward head tilt can make people seem more dominant

Neuroscience NewsJune 13, 2019

Tilting the head downwards creates an artificial appearance of a facial action that has a strong effect on social perception. Study reveals social judgements about the face are not driven by the face shape or muscularity alone, but by the movement of the head.... Read More...

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Autism linked to less empathy in general population, but that may not be a bad thing

Neuroscience NewsJune 7, 2019

Findings provide new evidence that autism is linked to lower empathy in the general population, and atypical empathy in ASD is not simply due to alexithymia, or emotional blindness. Researchers stress that the lack of empathy may not always be a negative quality.... Read More...

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How the Internet may be changing the brain

Neuroscience NewsJune 5, 2019

Ubiquitous access to the internet may be altering the structure of our brains, as well as influencing our attentional capabilities, memory and social behaviors. ... Read More...

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Church, couch, couple: Social psychological connections between people and physical space

Neuroscience NewsJune 2, 2019

An ecological perspective reveals how design, use and personalization of environment are involved in social behavior, identity expression and emotional experiences.... Read More...

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When does gaming become a problem? New online test predicts risk of gaming disorder

Neuroscience NewsMay 31, 2019

The WHO recently recognized video game addiction as a mental health problem. A new online test can help detect those most at risk of developing gaming disorder. New research suggests personality traits and socioeconomic factors may contribute to gaming disorder.... Read More...

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Seeing disfigured faces prompts negative brain and behavior responses

Neuroscience NewsMay 29, 2019

Neuroimaging reveals people experience a diminished neural response in the anterior cingulate cortex when shown images of others with facial disfigurements. A similar response is also seen when people view other stigmatized people, such as those who are homeless. The diminished activity may explain why people are less empathetic toward those who have facial disfigurements and may help explain the underlying neural mechanism for dehumanization. ... Read More...

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‘Mindreading’ neurons capable of having expectations about the behavior of the others

Neuroscience NewsMay 28, 2019

Simulation neurons found in the amygdala allow animals to reconstruct the mental state of social partners and predict intentions. Dysfunction in these newly identified neurons may be involved in disorders associated with social behavioral problems, such as autism and social anxiety.... Read More...

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Altered Brain Activity in Antisocial Teenagers

Neuroscience NewsMay 27, 2019

Neuroimaging reveals lower activation in the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex and angular gyrus in teenage girls with conduct disorder. Findings suggest that a reduction in prefrontal brain regions and functional connectivity during effortful emotional regulations contribute to behaviors associated with antisocial behavior in teenage girls.... Read More...

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People with traumatic brain injury, who often lose empathy, can regain it with treatment

Neuroscience NewsMay 24, 2019

Many people who experience traumatic brain injury report a loss of empathy following their injury. Researchers consider how to reconnect those who have a TBI with their feelings of empathy and emotional recognition.... Read More...

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News

Myth-busting study reveals that gamblers can’t detect slot machine payout percentages

Why two out of three babies are cradled on the left

Antioxidant precursor molecule could improve Parkinson’s

Neuroscience

Myth-busting study reveals that gamblers can’t detect slot machine payout percentages

Why two out of three babies are cradled on the left

Antioxidant precursor molecule could improve Parkinson’s

Neurology

Antioxidant precursor molecule could improve Parkinson’s

Persistent HIV in central nervous system linked to cognitive impairment

Gut microbes protect against neurologic damage from viral infections

AI

Electronic chip mimics the brain to make memories in a flash

Deep learning algorithm solves Rubik’s Cube faster than any human

Neuroscience and artificial intelligence can help improve each other

Robotics

3D printed prosthetic hand can guess how you play Rock, Paper, Scissors

Brain cells for 3D vision discovered

Psychology

Myth-busting study reveals that gamblers can’t detect slot machine payout percentages

Why two out of three babies are cradled on the left

The human microbiome is a treasure trove waiting to be unlocked