Study reveals when empathetic accuracy is beneficial, and also harmful, to relationships. Read More
Human iPSCs transplanted into animal models of multiple sclerosis help repair cell damage and restore function. Read More
When it comes to processing information about motion, neurons in the ventral intraparietal area of the brain are more flexible in switching between reference frames. The findings could be used to develop neural prosthetics designed for motion control. Read More
People are more likely to change their attitudes and engage in deceptive self-presentation when the possibility of sex is looming. Read More
The human brain can desensitize background motion and focus on smaller moving objects in the foreground as a result of activity in the middle temporal visual area. However, our ability to pick out smaller objects changes over time. Younger people are better at picking out foreground objects moving, while those over 65 have heightened awareness of objects moving in the background. Read More
Researchers identified several brain areas that acted as hubs for information processing across brain networks that contribute to memory recall. They observed how activation patterns within these networks differed on an individual level, based on personal levels of recall detail and imagination. Read More
Teens who can differentiate their negative emotions, rather than generalize how they feel, are less prone to depression. Read More
Researchers have identified a genetic switch in neurons that can toggle between sex-specific states when necessary. Read More
Researchers report children with poor vision experience an improvement in their peripheral vision within hours of being exposed to child friendly action video games. Read More
People find potential romantic partners more attractive when they have, what researchers called, a "sexy mindset." They also tend to overestimate their chances of romantic success when aroused. The findings suggest the sexual system prepares the ground for forming relationships by biasing interpersonal perceptions. Read More
A new study reports inflammation in the blood may play a role in cognitive problems following chemotherapy. Researchers report identifying the inflammatory biomarkers and reducing inflammation may prevent some of the symptoms of chemo brain. Read More
Adults and adolescents who use vaping products are more likely to experience problems with concentration, memory, and decision making than their peers who don't vape or smoke. Those who began vaping before age 14 are more likely to experience "mental fog" as they develop into adulthood. Read More
