Caffeine in the Morning Gives the Biggest Boost to Mood
Summary: A large real-world study of 236 young adults found that caffeine significantly boosts positive emotions, particularly in…
Bipolar Mood Shifts Linked to Insulin Signaling in the Pancreas
Summary: A new study uncovers a pancreas–hippocampus feedback loop that may help explain mood swings in bipolar disorder.…
Single Gene Edit Transfers Behaviors Across Species
Summary: Scientists in Japan have used genetic engineering to make a species of fruit fly perform a courtship…
Genetic Switch May Be Key to Human Brain’s Unique Abilities
Summary: Researchers have identified a genetic region, HAR123, that may help explain what makes the human brain unique.…
Promise of Reward Changes How We Pay Attention
Summary: A new study reveals that our brains treat sensitivity and decision bias as separate processes when rewards…
Cycling Boosts Brain Function in Parkinson’s Disease
Key Questions Answered Q: How does exercise help Parkinson’s patients at the brain level?A: Long-term cycling regimens appear…
Brain Reward Signals Blunted by Genetic Depression Risk
Key Questions Answered Q: How does genetic risk for depression affect the brain?A: Young adults with a higher…
New Drug Targets Brain Glial Cells to Reverse PTSD Symptoms
Key Questions Answered Q: Why do PTSD patients struggle to forget traumatic memories?A: The study reveals that excessive…
Brain Sorts ‘Stuff’ from ‘Things’ Using Separate Neural Circuits
Key Questions Answered Q: What did the study uncover about how the brain processes materials?A: It found that…
Online Hate Speech Resembles Mental Health Disorder Language
Key Questions Answered Q: What did this study find about hate speech and psychiatric disorders?A: Posts in online…
DNA Reveal Multiple Sclerosis Risk Before Symptoms Begin
Q: What is this study trying to discover about MS?A: Researchers aim to understand how genetic risk factors…
Living Near the Ocean May Add Years to Your Life
Key Questions Answered Q: Does living near water improve life expectancy?A: Yes—but only for those living within 30…