FeaturedNeuroscience VideosPsychology·January 13, 2017·7 min readElectroconvulsive Therapy: A History Of Controversy, But Also Of HelpA new paper looks at the controversial use of electroconvulsive therapy over the years to treat depression.Read More
FeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·February 7, 2017·5 min readResearchers Create a Song That Makes Babies HappyPsychologists and musicians work together to create a novel, highly baby friendly song. Future research may help identify babies' physiological responses to music.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·March 6, 2017·6 min readNot So Sweet? This Is What Happens to the Brain When You Give Up Sugar for LentDecided to cut back on sugary treats? A new article considers why it might not be such a sweet idea for all.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 5, 2017·5 min readOur Uniquely Lopsided BrainUnderstanding the structure of our brain is as important as understanding its size when it comes to evolution, a new report suggests.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·May 11, 2017·5 min readEveryday Chemicals May Affect Brain Development, Including Fetal IQResearchers look at the potentially negative role exposure to some common chemicals can have on brain development and IQ.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·May 11, 2017·5 min readStories of ‘Vaccine Injuries’ Are Influential, Even When People Don’t Believe ThemResearchers find disinformation regarding a link between vaccines and subsequent ill effects have a negative epidemiological impact, even when others don't believe the stories.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience VideosPsychology·May 12, 2017·5 min readThe Science of Laughter – And Why It Also Has A Dark SideWhile laughter is considered to be a sign of happiness, it isn't always healthy or positive, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·May 12, 2017·5 min readNeuroscience Explanations For ‘Alien Abduction’ Aren’t So Out of This WorldResearchers provide more real, scientific explanations as to why some people are convinced they have experienced alien encounters.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·May 14, 2017·5 min readWhy Facebook May Fuel New Mothers’ InsecurityA new report addresses who social media participation can make new moms feel insecure.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·May 21, 2017·5 min readWhy Bad Moods Can Be Good For YouResearchers say bad moods and sadness can be a useful and adaptive part of life, making it easier for us to cope with everyday situations and challenges.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·May 24, 2017·5 min readThe Surprising Science of FidgetingFrom boosting attention levels and weight management to stress relief, researchers look at why we are prone to fidgeting.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·June 14, 2017·5 min readAre Left Handed People More Gifted Than Others? It Might Hold True For MathWhile many associate left handed people with being more gifted musicians and artists, a new study reveals left handers often outperform their right handed peers in difficult problem solving tasks.Read More
