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·January 1, 2019·4 min read

Why Two People See the Same Thing But Have Different Memories

Researchers investigate why two people who experience the same event often have different memories of what occurred.

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·December 31, 2018·6 min read

Tips For A New Year Tuneup For Your Brain

Researchers provide strategies for enhancing brain health and lowering stress in the new year.

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·December 21, 2018·5 min read

How a Trippy 1980s Video Effect Might Help Explain Consciousness

Researchers argue consciousness may be caused by the way the brain generates energetic feedback loops.

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·December 21, 2018·4 min read

What if Consciousness is Just a Product of Our Non-Conscious Brain

Researchers explore consciousness and argue our conscious processes may be formed by efficient non-conscious brain systems.

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·December 18, 2018·4 min read

Are Near Death Experiences Hallucinations?

Researchers consider the neurobiology of near death experiences.

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·December 18, 2018·3 min read

Snacking May Increase Inflammation

Researchers report snacking can raise inflammation and contribute to metabolic diseases.

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·December 2, 2018·5 min read

The Scientific Signs You Are In a Relationship with a Psychopath

Researchers reveal the neurobiology and typical behavior associated with psychopathic personalities. The paper explores the red flags that might mean you are in a relationship with a psychopath.

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·November 23, 2018·4 min read

The Psychological Differences Between Those Who Love and Those Who Loathe Black Friday Shopping

Researchers consider why some people enjoy the thrill of Black Friday shopping, and why others don't. Enjoyment of the social aspects of shopping may determine whether you are a fan of the day, or not.

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·November 18, 2018·6 min read

Could Consciousness Come Down to the Way Things Vibrate?

A new paper proposes resonance may contribute to human consciousness.

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·November 12, 2018·6 min read

What Mass Shootings do to Those Not Shot: Social Consequences of Gun Violence

Researchers report on the social and psychological consequences exposure to mass shootings have on survivors, first responders and the community as a whole.

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·October 29, 2018·5 min read

Why Haunted Houses Creep Us Out

Psychologists examine why haunted houses make us feel creeped out, concluding they give us the creeps not because of the threat they pose, but because it is unclear whether or not they pose a real threat.