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Why We Fail To Reach Goals: Our Brains Begin With One Focus, But Closing The Deal Requires Another, Study Suggests
A new study examines a brain-based disconnect in our decision making that leads to failure, with a takeaway that could give us an edge the next time we pursue a goal.
Can A Common Over-The-Counter Pain Killer Really Treat Emotional Pain? Should It?
A new study suggests that the common pain medicine acetaminophen treats emotional pain from social rejection. Why might this be true, and what are the implications if this finding holds up?
Study: Psilocybin From Magic Mushrooms Plus Therapy Delivers Benefits Nearly Five Years Later
Following up on a pioneering 2016 study, researchers found a single use of psilocybin combined with therapy sessions resulted in positive psychological effects years later for cancer patients.
Eating An Egg A Day Is Probably A-OK Despite Heart Disease History, Suggests New Study
Eggs are back on the menu in a big way, and the science supports keeping them there for most people, suggests a large-scale study that analyzed dietary data across six continents.
The Must-Read Brain Books of 2019, Part 2
The must-read brain books of 2019 covered topics ranging from addictions to perception to sleep to emotions. Part two of this two-part list offers four selections, each a worthy contribution to our ever-evolving understanding of all things mind.
The Must-Read Brain Books of 2019, Part 1
The must-read brain books of 2019 covered topics ranging from addictions to perception to sleep to emotions. Part one of this two-part list offers five selections, each a worthy contribution to our ever-evolving understanding of all things mind.
New Study Suggests How Extra Virgin Olive Oil May Fight Toxic Proteins From Accumulating In The Brain
A new mouse study suggests extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) has the potential for fighting the build-up of toxic tau proteins in the brain that can lead to dementia
Scientists May Have Just Uncovered The Brain Circuits Behind Mood And Anxiety Disorders
The largest brain imaging meta-analysis of its kind may have found the reason why people with anxiety and mood disorders so often feel “locked in” to negative emotions.
Untangling The Link Between Alzheimer’s Disease And Diabetes: What The Latest Science Tells Us
Alzheimer’s and diabetes could be connected in ways we’re only beginning to identify, say scientists presenting the latest research on links between blood sugar metabolism and dementia.
The Real Story About Organoids: What You Should Know About “Brains In A Dish”
Brain organoids have been big news the last few years, but what do we really know about them? Separating science fact from fiction, a panel of neuroscientists discuss the real story, ethical implications and future direction of the so-called “brains in…
