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·May 16, 2018

A Hangover Pill? Tests Show Promise

Researchers report a new 'hangover drug' can decrease blood alcohol levels by 45% in just four hours. Mice given the drug woke from their alcohol induce sleep faster and with less hangover symptoms than those who did not receive the medication. Read More

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·May 15, 2018

Why We Need to Figure Out a Theory of Consciousness

A new article looks at theories of consciousness and novel research aimed at providing a better understanding of the roots of consciousness. Read More

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·May 15, 2018

How Young Children Deal with Death

Researchers consider how best to approach the subject of death with young children. Read More

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·May 12, 2018

Schizophrenia Affects Your Body, Not Just Your Brain

Researchers say schizophrenia should not be considered to be just a disorder of the mind, as schizophrenia can also impact other organs. A new study reveals people with schizophrenia often have an over active immune system and other physical disorders. Read More

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·May 11, 2018

Americans Are More Anxious Than Ever Before

A 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

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·May 8, 2018

“Treatments” As Torture: Gay Conversion Therapy’s Deep Roots in Australia

Despite the legalization of same sex marriage in Australia, some people are calling for returning to the debate about "gay conversion therapy". A new paper looks at the history of 'treatments' aimed at 'curing' people of their sexual orientation. Read More

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·May 8, 2018

Misophonia – When Certain Sounds Drive You Crazy

Does the sound of someone chewing or slurping a drink generate a strong emotional response in you? You could be suffering from misophonia. A new article looks at the effects of living with misophonia. Read More

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·May 6, 2018

Unlocking the Mysteries of the Teenage Brain

When trying to understand the teenage brain, researchers need to focus on individual differences, a new paper suggests. Read More

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·May 5, 2018

Neuroscience is Advancing, So How Far Off Are We From a Successful Head Transplant?

With the first head transplant scheduled for 2018, many neuroscientists are skeptical the procedure will be a success. A new article questions if scientists, and the general population, will be ready for the procedure. What does it mean for the future of mankind? Read More

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·May 3, 2018

How Artificial Intelligence Can Detect, and Create, Fake News

A new article reports artificial intelligence can be a useful tool in spotting fake news online, but it can also be used to generate misleading, seemingly credible, information. Read More

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·April 29, 2018

How Pleasure Affects Our Brains

A new article looks at the neuroscience of pleasure and considers why, in the pursuit of pleasure, we embark in some actions which are detrimental to our well being. Read More

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·April 27, 2018

AI Can Help in Crime Prevention, But We Still Need a Human in Charge

A new article looks at the developing role artificial intelligence is playing in crime prevention and questions whether we need human intervention for checks and balances. Read More

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