New research uncovers how dopamine in the ventral shell of the nucleus accumbens (vsNAc) governs the sexual behavior sequence ...

A new study reveals that placing your smartphone out of reach doesn’t significantly reduce distraction or boost productivity.

Researchers have developed a new kind of artificial neuron—called infomorphic neurons—that can independently learn and ...

For the first time, researchers have directly observed dopamine release in the human brain during moments of cognitive ...

New research reveals that Type 2 diabetes may impair the brain’s reward and memory processing in ways that mirror early Alzheimer’s disease.

A new study reveals how the brain reprocesses and refines memories during sleep, particularly those related to spatial ...

New research finds that nearly any form of exercise can enhance brain function and memory across the lifespan.

A new study finds that adults with ADHD show brain changes similar to those seen in early-stage dementia, including higher ...

A new study reveals that young mothers who feel emotionally connected to their unborn babies are more likely to form healthy, ...

A large study of over 14,000 Norwegian veterans reveals that taking a life in combat doesn't automatically damage a soldier’s mental health—context matters.

Researchers used a virtual reality game and functional MRI to uncover how children's brains with ADHD respond differently during active tasks.

The brain constantly evaluates whether stimuli are positive or negative, prompting approach or avoidance behaviors that are essential for survival.