You may have heard the myth that humans use only 10% of their brains. That statement is patently untrue — most people use all of their brains, all of the time. But for people who have survived a ...

We don’t always understand our emotions, but we couldn’t lead normal lives without them. They steer us through life, guiding the decisions we make and the actions we take. But if they’re inappropriate ...

Case reports of people with atypical brains reveal the human brain's staggering ability to adapt to damage. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how ...

Scientists have discovered a fascinating link between creativity and cognitive impairment. In addition to producing art and literature, creativity is essential for problem-solving and adaptation. A ...

Humans and mice share persistent brain-activity patterns in response to adverse sensory experience, scientists find, opening a window to our emotions and, perhaps, neuropsychiatric disorders. We don't ...

If you need another reason to visit the gym this winter, a new study of almost 1,200 healthy, middle-aged men and women found that those with more muscle mass tended to have younger brains than those ...

New research published in Imaging Neuroscience suggests that general intelligence is supported by the brain’s ability to maintain stable, efficient, and typical connectivity patterns. The study ...

A year of consistent exercise appears to rejuvenate the brain – but don’t ask scientists how yet In A Nutshell Adults who ...

New research links inflammation to mental health symptoms. Personalized care using brain and immune data could improve ...

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month. This month is dedicated to raising awareness about brain injuries through education and advocacy—a typical brain symptom that people experience, when either ...