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Cannabis Boosts Empathy: Study
Cannabis consumers may have a better understanding of other people’s emotions, according to a study by researchers at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM).
Reading Thoughts with Brain Scanners
A new non-invasive system has been developed that can translate basic thoughts into continuous text using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) and artificial intelligence (AI).
Color and Cup Influence Coffee Taste
Nostalgic feelings can reduce pain circuits in the brain, according to a study by the Chinese Academy of Sciences. The research, published in the Journal
Relieving Pain with Nostalgic Feelings
Nostalgic feelings can reduce pain circuits in the brain, according to a study by the Chinese Academy of Sciences. The research, published in the Journal
Loneliness Alters Brain Activity
Loneliness and social isolation have become increasingly prevalent during the COVID-19 pandemic, affecting people of all ages. A recent study published in the International Psychogeriatrics
Surprising Brain Activity While Programming
Programming tasks that are considered challenging do not rely on logical-mathematical thinking as expected, but rather on the language center of the brain. A study
Sleep deprivation increases unhealthy cravings.
Sleep deprivation leads to a disrupted information exchange in the brain, causing people to consume more high-energy foods. According to scientists, a better understanding of
Brain Changes Indicate Suicide Risk
In Germany, suicide is responsible for more deaths than AIDS, murder, drug abuse, or traffic accidents. Depression and other affective disorders, as well as certain
Boost Brain Power with Reading
Learning to read and write leads to a restructuring of the brain and improves cognitive abilities in other areas, according to recent research. While reading
