Scientists uncover 3 key brain pathways linked to lasting depression relief
Scientists at Mount Sinai have identified three important brain connections associated with long-term improvement in patients receiving...
Magic mushroom ingredient takes the fight out of aggressive fish
Psilocybin, the psychedelic substance found in more than 200 species of mushrooms, appears to have an unexpected effect on aggressive f...
Eating blueberries every day may have a surprising effect on your mood
A small pilot study suggests that eating blueberries every day may influence gut bacteria and potentially affect mood in older adults. ...
Scientists discover a natural compound that could protect the brain from too much salt
Consuming too much salt can affect more than blood pressure. Growing evidence suggests that excessive salt intake may also interfere wi...
Scientists discover how deep sleep builds muscle, burns fat, and boosts the brain
A good night's sleep does much more than leave you feeling refreshed. During deep sleep, the body releases growth hormone, a powerful c...
Brain cells meant to protect us may be fueling cognitive decline
Brain cells that normally help protect the brain may play an unexpected role in cognitive decline as we grow older. Scientists have dis...
Yale scientists discover how stress changes the brain to make memories stronger
Stress does more than influence how we feel. It can also change what we remember, particularly when an experience is emotionally intens...
Strokes have nearly doubled among younger adults, and scientists aren’t sure why
Strokes are becoming increasingly common among younger adults, challenging the long-held belief that they primarily affect older people...
Rare study reveals a striking divide inside an Alzheimer’s patient’s brain
An unusually detailed examination of an Alzheimer's patient's brain has revealed striking differences between regions where treatment s...
Mysterious brain activity under anesthesia challenges what we know about consciousness
Even when a person is fully unconscious under general anesthesia, their brain may still be doing something remarkable: processing langu...