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Two Distinct Brain Pathways to Addiction

A study on mice unexpectedly revealed that the negative reinforcements hindering withdrawal from painkillers involve a distinct brain mechanism from the positive reinforcement that initially drives drug dependence.

calendar 22.10.2024
reading-time 5 minutes

Broken Hearts – The Physiology of Heartbreak

The metaphor “heartbreak” has a real physiological basis and emotional stress inflicts pain akin to physical pain

calendar 30.5.2024
reading-time 5 minutes

Harnessing Sound Waves to Alleviate Pain: Targeting the Brain

A new study suggests using focused ultrasound waves directed at the brain for pain relief.

calendar 23.5.2024
reading-time 4 minutes

Blind Sight, Forgetful Recall: The Riddle Of Unconscious Memories

Freud’s concept of the subconscious mind lacked a scientific basis, yet modern brain research identifies phenomena that align with its principles.

calendar 21.3.2024
reading-time 9 minutes

Losing One’s Head to Fear: Understanding Phobias

What does science have to say about the factor and dynamics of prominent phobias?

calendar 2.1.2024
reading-time 15 minutes

Why We Lie: Uncovering the Motivations Behind Deception

People lie from infancy to old age. Why is it that such a common and sometimes beneficial action, considered negative?

calendar 28.12.2022
reading-time 9 minutes