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The results showed an increase in obedience when actions were presented as demands rather than choices, demonstrating the power of perceived authority.

An upper critical temperature (UCT) for humans exists, likely between 104°F and 122°F, causing a rise in resting metabolic rate in hot and humid conditions.

Evidence suggests that self-control training programs do not necessarily reduce violent tendencies.

A groundbreaking new study provides early evidence of consciousness in the dying brain, shedding light on the mysteries of near-death experiences.

By cleverly blurring parts of images, researchers demonstrated how participants misperceived full-scale railway scenes as smaller than their model counterparts.

Through their rotational motion, these spirals effectively coordinate the flow of activity between these networks.

Aphantasics can describe objects and people they know but cannot mentally visualize them.

In a new study, researchers have found that young men with cannabis use disorder are at an increased risk of developing schizophrenia.

A specific gene inherited from Neanderthals may be responsible for the shape of our noses.

The findings highlight the significance of gut microbiota in brain health and provide insights into the underlying mechanisms of Alzheimer's disease.

A cluttered environment can lead to cognitive overload, as the brain struggles to prioritize attention amidst distractions.

Women generally report having more purpose in their lives compared to men, often attributed to engaging in more altruistic endeavors.