The Science of Sleep Medication
When it comes to sleep, some of us yearn for a magical pill; one that provides us with a blissful,…
Bipolar disorder
This section explains the symptoms of bipolar disorder, treatments, and ways to manage the condition. This section is for people with…
What happens in your brain when you’re in love?
Decades of research finds that love’s reaction inside the brain models our basic needs for well-being You can’t eat. You…
Infants Exposed to Excessive Screen Time Show Differences in Brain Function Beyond Eight Years of Age
Summary: Greater exposure to screen time during infancy was linked to poor self-regulation and brain immaturity at age eight. Source: Agency for…
How to make stress your friend
Stress. It makes your heart pound, your breathing quicken and your forehead sweat. But while stress has been made into…
How childhood trauma could be mistaken for ADHD
Dr. Nicole Brown’s quest to understand her misbehaving pediatric patients began with a hunch. Brown was completing her residency at…
How the Brain Creates Your Taste in Art
Summary: Using a combination of machine learning and neuroimaging data, researchers revealed a neural basis for aesthetic appreciation. Source: CalTech It has…
Good Gut = Healthier Brain + Happier Life
Doing the work to maintain our mental health can sometimes feel too challenging, as we try to balance the demands…
Poll: Most adults believe pet ownership has mental health benefits
Results of a recently released poll found that 86% of U.S. adults believe pet ownership has a positive impact on…
Loving Yourself and Others: The Impact of Compassion on Mental Health and Wellness
Cultivating compassion for yourself and others can lead to healthier relationships. By Dina Weinstein Love isn’t easy. Sometimes it’s hard…
Stress won’t go away? Maybe you are suffering from chronic stress
Chronic stress, which is constant and persists over an extended period of time, can be debilitating and overwhelming Some stress…
Why you’re not stuck with the brain you’re born with – BBC REEL
Why you're not stuck with the brain you're born with - BBC REEL Scientists once thought that the brain was…