A new study reports the amygdala is influenced by motivation rather than emotion. Read More
Researchers report mice with epilepsy have alterations in neural pattern activity in an area of the brain that controls the reproductive endocrine system. Read More
Researchers suggest that, regardless of where we are from in the world, humans are hardwired to lean to the right when kissing a romantic partner. The findings could have wider implications for neuroscience and cognitive sciences, the researchers report. Read More
A new study reports paracetamol (acetaminophen) could damage the development of male behaviors in offspring if taken while a female is pregnant. Read More
A new study helps further understanding about how aging slows the production of new immune cells and decreases the immune systems response to vaccines in the elderly. Read More
A sudden drop in testosterone levels, as a result of castration, caused persistent Parkinson's like symptoms in male mice, a recent study suggests. Read More
A new report examines the effect stress can have on our bodies and general health. Read More
Males with autism have atypically enhanced excitation in the medial prefrontal cortex (mPFC). This area of the brain is associated with social cognition and self-reflection. Autistic women showed a more intact mPFC response, which was associated with a better ability to camouflage social difficulties in real-world settings. Read More
A new study reveals children of women with polycystic ovary syndrome have an increased risk of being diagnosed with ASD. Researchers report women with PCOS have a 2.3% change of having a child with autism, compared to a 1.7% change for mothers without the condition. Read More
A new study reports high testosterone levels is linked to lower sensitivity when faced with negative emotions. Read More
According to a new study, children who late develop autism are exposed to elevated levels of steroid hormones while in the womb. Read More
According to a new study, boys are at greater risk for delays in language development than girls. Read More
