Targeting a Brain Mechanism Could Help Treat AggressionResearchers have identified some of the key neurobiological mechanisms that help keep aggression under control. The findings could help develop targeted treatments to help those with aggressive problems associated with psychological disorders.Read More
Surprise Finding in NeuronsResearchers discover higher infection rates in Purkinje cells with the herpesvirus HHV-6 in patients with bipolar disorder.Read More
You’re Only as Old as You Think and DoResearchers report feeling more in control of your life and increasing physical activity is key to better health, cognition and longevity as we age.Read More
Getting to the Roots of PessimismResearchers shed light on the role the caudate nucleus plays in pessimism. The study reports stimulating this area of the brain generates a negative outlook that clouds decision making.Read More
Evolutionary Changes in Brain May Have Led to Schizophrenia and Bipolar DisorderAccording to researchers, neuropsychiatric disorders such as bipolar disorder and schizophrenia could be a byproduct of evolution.Read More
Exercise Can Help Beat Cocaine AddictionA new study reveals exercise can help to prevent relapse in those with cocaine addition.Read More
Specific Brain Circuits Tied to Sociability: Mouse StudyA new study implicates serotonin neurons in the nucleus accumbens with social behavior in mouse models of ASD. When serotonin release was triggered, researchers noted social behaviors normalized.Read More
For Young Adults, Mom Still MattersA new study reports, when faced to make a decision that benefits either a close friend or parent, young adults tend to put family first.Read More
Video Game May Improve Empathy in Middle SchoolersResearchers report a new video game aimed at middle school children can help boost empathy and prosocial behavior. The study reports children exposed to the game showed greater connectivity between brain networks linked to emotional regulation and perspective taking.Read More
Male Birds Sing Less to Females on AntidepressantsA new study reports male songbirds sing less to females during courtship if they have been exposed to low levels of SSRI antidepressants.Read More
Individuality is Influenced by Relations: Mouse StudyResearchers reveal social activity and the activity of dopaminergic neurons contribute to individuality in mice.Read More
Sequenced Fox Genome Hints at Genetic Basis of BehaviorA new study sheds light on the genetic basis of fox behaviors and, researchers say, the findings could have implications for human behavior. The study reports the SorCS1 gene contributes to social behaviors in foxes.Read More