Stress symptoms may be affecting your health, even though you might not realize it. You may think illness is to blame for that irritating headache, […]
Scientists aim to learn how serotonin modulates behavior
In popular experience the story of how serotonin modulates the brain might seem simple: pop an antidepressant, serotonin levels go up, mood improves. But neuroscientists […]
Kids’ behavior, socioeconomic risk linked to gut microbiome composition, function
A study of early school-aged children shows a connection between the bacteria in their gut and their behavior, and that parents play a key role […]
The biological basis of economic behavior: How the brain perceives value and reward
Holiday shopping season is in full force and consumers who are on the lookout for deals in stores or online may be surprised to learn […]
Driver behavior not altered by roadside memorials, study finds
Roadside memorials may be controversial, but a University of Otago study has found they have very little impact on driver behavior or perception of road […]
Being teased about weight linked to more weight gain among children
Youth who said they were teased or ridiculed about their weight increased their body mass by 33 percent more each year, compared to a similar […]
Flexibility of working memory from random connections
A new article in Neuron from Princeton University neuroscientists Flora Bouchacourt and Tim Buschman presents a new model of working memory. Working memory is your […]
New study shows how your moral behavior may change depending on the context
When it comes to making moral decisions, we often think of the golden rule: do unto others as you would have them do unto you. […]
Could eating garlic reduce aging-related memory problems?
Consuming garlic helps counteract age-related changes in gut bacteria associated with memory problems, according to a new study conducted with mice. The benefit comes from […]
When cash is your enemy: Money in hand makes it harder to save for the future
Researchers have known for years that parting from cash can be a psychologically painful experience for many people — much more so than spending money […]
Daylight savings sees ‘sleepy consumers’ with a wider variety in their shopping carts
A recent study from the UBC Sauder School of Business found that sleepier consumers reach for more variety at their local stores to help them […]
Model to predict suicide risk in at-risk young adults
Suicide is the second leading cause of death in the U.S. among those aged 15 to 34 years and yet, despite years of mental health […]
Countering stereotypes about teens can change their behavior, study finds
In many societies, teenagers are repeatedly told – by adults, peers and popular media – that teens are more likely than younger children to take […]
Be yourself at work — It’s healthier and more productive: Disclosing non-visible stigmas to co-workers leads to a happier life
At work, it’s healthier and more productive just to be yourself, according to a new study from Rice University, Texas A&M University, the University of […]