Scientists identify a brain signal that reveals whether depression therapies will work
By analyzing brain scans from over 4,000 people, researchers trained AI to predict if a patient’s depression will improve with...
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Severe emotional outbursts in ADHD are linked to distinct brain differences, study finds
Why do some children with ADHD struggle with severe, uncontrollable anger? A new brain-imaging study reveals that kids with ADHD...
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Pink noise worsens sleep quality when used to block out traffic and city noise
Trying to drown out a noisy street with pink noise? You might be making things worse. New research indicates combining...
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New study explores the real-time link between narcissism and perfectionism
People who experience fleeting moments of grandiose or vulnerable narcissism also report specific perfectionistic thoughts, according to new research. The...
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Addiction is linked to inconsistent decision-making, not ignoring consequences
Traditional theories suggest people with addiction simply stop caring about negative consequences. However, a new Yale study reveals that severe...
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New research suggests truth has a natural competitive edge over misinformation
Does fake news really spread faster than the truth? A new study of over 4,600 people reveals that without social...
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Study links psilocybin receptor activation to sustained structural brain changes
Clinical trials show psilocybin provides rapid relief for depression, but the underlying biology remains unclear. New research demonstrates how varying...
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Happier people live longer, even in cultures that value emotional restraint
Research often links positive emotions to longevity in Western countries. A new study confirms this association exists in Japan, finding...
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New neuroimaging study maps the brain networks behind scientific creative thinking
How do scientists come up with new ideas? Brain scans show that scientific creativity requires the brain’s imagination, control, and...
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First test of a new neuroscience theory shows how smart brains coordinate information
By scanning brains while people actively took intelligence tests, neuroscientists discovered that high test scores are linked to highly flexible,...
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Using AI to verify human advice could damage your professional relationships
You might think using artificial intelligence to prepare for an appointment shows initiative. Instead, a recent study reveals that human...
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Cannabidiol may help treat severe alcohol addiction and protect the brain from damage
A non-intoxicating compound in cannabis could offer a breakthrough treatment for alcohol use disorder. New research shows CBD significantly reduces...
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Ashwagandha shows promise as a treatment for depression in new rat study
New research shows the herbal supplement Ashwagandha can ease depressive symptoms in adolescent rats exposed to chronic stress. The herb...
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Researchers identify personality traits that predict alcohol relapse after treatment
A person's basic personality traits might help predict if they will start drinking again after alcohol withdrawal. A new study...
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People with psychopathic traits don’t lack fear—they actually enjoy it
A new study reveals that people with high psychopathic traits don't lack fear. Instead, their hearts race during scary situations,...
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