FeaturedNeuroscience·August 27, 2022·5 min readCounting From Left to Right Feels ‘Natural’, but New Research Shows Our Brains Count Faster From Bottom to TopPeople actually process numbers faster when they are displayed vertically, with the smaller number at the bottom and larger number at the top.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·September 3, 2023·5 min readThe Paradox of Progress: Why More Freedom Isn’t Making Women HappierDespite gains in freedom and employment opportunities, research indicates women are experiencing higher levels of anxiety, depression, and sleep issues than before. A survey suggests that dissatisfaction with societal treatment may be a key factor.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·May 11, 2018·3 min readAmericans Are More Anxious Than Ever BeforeA new study reveals 39% of adults in the US are more anxious today than they were a year ago. Researchers say anxiety is more prevalent in Millennials, especially females.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·November 4, 2017·4 min readHere’s What We Think Alzheimer’s Does to the BrainA new paper explores different findings about the development of Alzheimer's and considers how personalized treatments may help combat this complex disease.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeurosciencePsychology·September 5, 2020·4 min readCoronavirus: The Pandemic Is Changing Our BrainsCoronavirus can cause several significant neurological disorders, and the pandemic has been linked to a rise in people reporting mental health problems such as depression and anxiety. Researchers examine how COVID-19 affects brain and mental health and provides some techniques which can help to improve well-being during the pandemic.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·June 26, 2022·5 min readThe Mathematics of Human Behavior: New Model Can Spot Liars and Counter DisinformationA new mathematical model has the potential to accurately distinguish a misunderstanding from false information and lies.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·January 7, 2020·3 min readThe dark side of supportive relationshipsStudy explores the dynamics and repercussions of unconditional support in interpersonal relationships.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceVisual Neuroscience·December 20, 2020·5 min readVisual Illusion That May Help Explain ConsciousnessA new visual illusion sheds light on redundancy masking and how we perceive our visual environment. The findings provide new insight into human consciousness.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·June 30, 2021·5 min read‘Cheating’s Ok for Me, but Not for Thee’ – Inside the Messy Psychology of Sexual Double StandardsBoth men and women play a role in perpetuating attitudes toward sex that are hypocritical and logically inconsistent, researchers say.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·May 7, 2021·6 min readPopping Toys, the Latest Fidget Craze, Might Reduce Stress for Adults and Children AlikeThe new craze of "popping toys" may help provide relief from stress and anxiety in both adults and children, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·October 31, 2017·4 min readWhat Trick or Treating Tells Us About Human NatureResearchers explore what the Halloween tradition of Trick-or-Treating can tell us about human behavior and choices.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceVisual Neuroscience·May 6, 2022·5 min readNew Eye Drops Can Help Aging People See BetterBy the time most of us hit our 40s, our close-up vision starts to decline and we develop presbyopia. A new eye drop called Vuity claims to alleviate the symptoms of presbyopia, allowing people to gain clearer vision without the need for glasses or surgery. Researchers examine the potential benefits of using Vuity for people with presbyopia.Read More
