Ordinary human cells, not just neurons, respond more strongly to memory signals when they arrive in spaced bursts rather than ...

Scientists have pinpointed Y1 receptor neurons in the brain that can override chronic pain signals when survival instincts like hunger or fear take precedence. Acting like a neural switchboard, these ...

Waiting feels annoying, but research shows it can boost self-control, creativity, and mental health. Here’s how to reframe ...

Productivity isn't enough. Discover how your brain's executive function helps determine whether you live a meaningful life or ...

Chronic pain affects nearly 50 million Americans, yet new research reveals the brain may have an internal switch that can turn it down.

You probably hear more about heart attacks than strokes. A stroke is like the brain’s version of a heart attack — and is also life-threatening. When the blood ...

When startled, your brain and body activate the fight-or-flight response, flooding you with stress hormones. This rapid ...

Positivity isn’t just a mindset—it changes brain chemistry. Training your brain for optimism can enhance well-being and ...

Acute or short-lived pain, despite its bad reputation, is usually a lifesaver. It acts as a transient negative sensory experience that helps us avoid danger.

The study is question, published in PLOS Biology, has identified five major “sleep-biopsychosocial” profiles by analyzing ...

Incorporating the art of conscious breathing into a daily routine can help with emotional regulation, boost mood, and ...

Everyone procrastinates. Everyone, at least once in a while, puts off something important. Everyone, some of the time, avoids doing the things they really want or need to do. And everyone who ...