FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·September 29, 2017·3 min readWhy Do We Fall Asleep When We’re Bored?According to researchers, the nucleus accumbens, an area of the brain associated with pleasure and motivation, can also promote sleep. Researchers believe the findings might help answer why we often fall asleep when we are bored.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·September 22, 2017·3 min readBetter Think Twice About Spice: Synthetic Cannabis’ Impact on Brain HealthA new study reports on the dangers of using synthetic cannabis products on a person's brain and general health.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·September 5, 2017·3 min readCan’t Sleep Due to Stress? Here’s the CureAccording to researchers, octacosanol, an active compound found in sugarcane can help reduce stress and allow people to achieve a sound sleep.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·July 3, 2017·4 min readThe Secret Connection Between Anxiety and SleepResearchers have identified neurons that appear to play a critical role in connecting sleep and emotions. The findings provide an important insight into the pathophysiology of insomnia and the role of orexin in arousal regulation. Researchers hope their findings will lead to new remedies for sleep disorders.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 30, 2017·3 min readWake Prompting Compound ValidatedResearchers believe compound could help cure narcolepsy.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·March 31, 2017·3 min readKey Component of Sleep Inducing Herb IdentifiedAn active compound in the leaves of Ashwagandha can help to induce sleep and could be helpful in the treatment of insomnia, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 6, 2016·3 min readLoss of REM Sleep Linked to Desire For Fatty and Sugary FoodsA lack of REM sleep may lead to an increased desire to consume unhealthy foods, a new study reports.Read More
