A large genetic study reveals that cannabis use disorder (CanUD) is strongly linked to increased risk for multiple psychiatric disorders, including depression, PTSD, ADHD, and schizophrenia.

Classical psychedelics like LSD, psilocybin, and mescaline are known for activating the 5-HT2A serotonin receptor, but a new study reveals their effects go far beyond.

Decision-making often involves trial and error, but conventional models assume we always act optimally based on past ...

Beliefs in pseudoscientific health ideas can undermine trust in conventional medicine and lead to riskier health decisions, a ...

The brain remains highly active during sleep, and mapping this activity can reveal early signs of neurological and sleep ...

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) remains a leading cause of vision loss, but new therapies are reshaping its treatment.

The anterior temporal lobe (ATL) plays a key role in interpreting social hierarchies and facial emotions, offering insight into anxiety and mood disorders.

Each morning, your brain undergoes a precise sequence to shift from sleep to wakefulness, reorienting you to the world.

New research has uncovered that neurons store their own glycogen, acting as “backup batteries” to keep the brain functioning ...

Many people tend to trust dogs’ instincts regarding humans. If dogs gravitate towards you, dog lovers will likely see you as ...

New research highlights the critical role of dynamic motion in recognizing familiar people, beyond static facial or body ...

The brain constantly toggles between focusing on external sensory information and internal mental representations like ...