A new study helps explain why people are so prone to believing lies when there's a potential reward on the table.

Ordinary and universal, the act of writing changes the brain. From dashing off a heated text message to composing an op-ed, ...

The Journal of Neuroscience features for the first time a cover concept that is not about what neuroscientists have done, but ...

Human beings have always had a strong need to make sense of the world around them. This was undoubtedly part of (although by no means the only) the original function of religions. In non-theistic ...

Psychotherapy is widely recognized for its effectiveness in treating a variety of mental health conditions. Empirical studies, both quantitative and qualitative, along with meta-analyses and reviews, ...

Researchers at Virginia Tech conducted revolutionary real-time recordings of neurotransmitter activity during a behavior task, offering unprecedented insights into brain function. Their study, ...

(THE CONVERSATION) In a world where sports are dominated by youth and speed, some athletes in their late 30s and even 40s are not just keeping up – they are thriving. The sustained excellence of these ...