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·November 7, 2018·5 min read

It Turns Out There is No “Type” in Type A Personality

Researchers say there is no "type" in the common pop psychology concept of a "Type A" personality.

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·October 14, 2018·4 min read

Link Between ADHD and High Fluoride Levels in Pregnancy

Researchers report higher levels of urinary fluoride during pregnancy is associated with a higher risk of ADHD in school aged children. The study reports prenatal fluoride exposure is most strongly associated with inattentive behavior and cognitive problems in the children.

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·August 31, 2018·4 min read

Learning to Lie Has Cognitive Benefits

A new study reports there are cognitive benefits for children who learn to lie early in life. Researchers say children who learn to lie early have more self control, better executive function and improved theory of mind.

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·July 23, 2018·4 min read

A New Connection Between Smell and Memory Identified

A new study reveals how smells we encounter throughout life are encoded in memory. The findings could help develop new smell tests for Alzheimer's disease.

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Featured Neuroscience

·June 3, 2018·2 min read

AI Researchers Design ‘Privacy Filter’ For Your Photos

Using an AI technique called adversarial training, researchers have developed a new algorithm that dynamically disrupts facial recognition systems, which may help to maintain privacy.

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·May 26, 2018·4 min read

Frontal Lobe Implicated in Chronic Pain

A new study reveals, in rodents, some spinal pain begins in the frontal cortex. Researchers say the findings could help in the development of new treatments for chronic pain.