Why Sad Movies and Art Move Us: The Appeal of Negative Emotions
Summary: Why do we find pleasure in films, music, and artworks that evoke sadness, fear or horror? Researchers at the Max Planck…
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How Antidepressants Can Trigger Anxiety and Fear
Summary: Researchers have identified a serotonin-driven brain circuit that may explain why some patients experience increased fear and anxiety in the early…
Reframe Fear of Rejection: Steps to Move Forward
Summary: Everyone experiences social rejection at some point. Researchers say that rejection affects people differently, and the way we respond determines its…
Perception Pathway Tied to Body Dysmorphia and Eating Disorders
Summary: Researchers have identified a psychological pathway that can cause body size and shape misperception, increasing the risk of eating disorders and…
How Sleep, Emotions, and Novelty Influence Memory Consolidation
Summary: New smartphone-based research is reshaping how scientists study memory by collecting real-world data on sleep, dreams, emotion, novelty, and daily experiences.…
What Links High Blood Pressure, Immunity, and Cognitive Decline?
Summary: Immune cells in the protective layers surrounding the brain appear to play a key role in the cognitive decline associated with…
Immune System Links to Alzheimer’s Uncovered
Summary: New preclinical research links the immune system to Alzheimer’s disease and suggests targeting complement C3 signaling could protect against neurodegeneration. Source:…
Stem Cells Restore Parkinson’s-Damaged Brain Circuits in Mice
Summary: Neurons derived from stem cells can integrate into the appropriate brain regions, form functional connections with native neurons, and restore motor…
Stevia: Surprising Benefits and Side Effects
Summary: New research indicates that the natural sweetener stevia can interfere with bacterial communication in the gut microbiome. Source: Ben-Gurion University of…
What Illness Inspired Christina’s World?
Findings suggest the subject of Christina’s World suffered from a neurological disorder. Andrew Wyeth’s Christina’s World is among the most iconic images…
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