Methamphetamine doesn't just spike levels of the pleasure-inducing hormone dopamine in the reward pathways of the brain—it ...

Some people are immune to dementia, even if their brain is deteriorating. Cognitive reserve is the secret boost that builds ...

Brain development does not end at 25 but continues into the early 30s as neural networks become more efficient and ...

A newly identified enzyme appears to control tau production, brain inflammation, and aging. Researchers at the University of ...

When we learn a new skill, our brain forms new connections between the neurons. The more we do the new skill, the stronger ...

Scientists have warned that blockages in the brain’s natural drainage pathways could serve as an early warning sign of ...

Recent medical research indicates that the heightened risk of heart disease observed in patients with depression or anxiety ...

Alcohol use disorder, which affects over 10% of Americans, can lead to persistent and serious insomnia. Difficulties falling asleep and staying asleep can last even after months of sobriety, ...

As a neurobiologist trained in brain physiology, a fitness enthusiast and a mom, I spend hours at the local pool during the summer. It’s not unusual to see children gleefully splashing and swimming ...

A new study by Scripps Research reveals that alcohol dependence disrupts two signaling pathways in a stress-related part of the brain—and offers insights on developing drugs to treat this condition.

Ever wonder why starting feels harder than finishing? Brain research shows stress can quietly block motivation before action ...

To dissipate anger, try focusing on the good and practicing gratitude, which can channel positivity and create new neural ...