Finding the Brain’s Generosity CenterA new study reveals a brain area that lights up when we do good for others is more active in empathetic people.Read More
1 in 3 Former ICU Patients Show Symptoms of DepressionResearchers reveal almost one in three people discharged from hospital ICUs have persistent symptoms of depression.Read More
Schizophrenia Emerged After Humans Diverged From NeanderthalsA new study reveals schizophrenia is a modern development that emerged after humans diverged from Neanderthals.Read More
How Overconfidence Can Lead to Poor Decision MakingA new study provides insight into how overconfidence can lead to poor decision making.Read More
Researchers Confirm Gene Mutation Link to Psychiatric DisordersResearchers have confirmed a link between a genetic mutation and major psychiatric disorders.Read More
Exercise May Help Tackle Symptoms of SchizophreniaAccording to a new study, aerobic exercise can help improve brain function in people with schizophrenia.Read More
Psychopathy of 1,800 Prisoners Leads to Novel Diagnostic ToolResearchers have developed a new method for assessing psychopathy.Read More
“Cultural Learners” in the CradleA new study reports infants pay more attention to native speakers of their own language.Read More
Researchers Seek New Form of AntidepressantResearchers are embarking on a new project to develop more effective treatments for depression.Read More
Reduced Activity of Important Enzyme Identified Among Suicidal PatientsAccording to a new study, researchers have discovered suicidal patients have reduced activity of an enzyme that regulates inflammation.Read More
Psychologist’s Magic Makes a Non-Existent Object DisappearResearchers set out to see if they can make people believe non-existent objects have disappeared.Read More
In Search of Neurobiological Factors for SchizophreniaResearchers find no appreciable differences between the hippocampi of those at high risk for developing schizophrenia and those with the disorder.Read More