New psychology research shows how smells influence our color perception
A study in Frontiers in Psychology found that odors can influence human color perception, as tested on participants in a...
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Our brain prefers positive vocal sounds that come from our left
Researchers have shown that the brain’s primary auditory cortex is more responsive to human vocalizations associated with positive emotions and...
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Obstructive sleep apnea may directly cause early cognitive decline
Patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) often show cognitive deficits, but these have traditionally been attributed to co-morbidities. But now researchers...
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Brain cells may age faster in people addicted to cocaine
Scientists from Germany and Canada have shown in Frontiers in Psychiatry that in humans, cocaine use disorder (CUD) leads to changes in...
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Having good friendships may make for a healthier gut microbiome
Researchers show for the first time that monkeys that are more sociable – eg, grooming or being groomed more often,...
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Scientists discover an illusion that is strong enough to trick our reflexes
An illusion new to science shows that the pupillary light reflex, which controls the width of the pupil in anticipation...
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Exposure to CO2 after traumatic experience strengthens fearful memories in mice
The inhalation of carbon dioxide (CO2) by mice a few hours after they formed a new fearful memory makes that...
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