How it's possible to "inherit stress," according to a neurosurgeon
John Strugar, a professor at Yale University, said that although although we can inherit stress, it can be reversed.
Alzheimer's breakthrough may "rescue" early neuron loss
The findings may also help in the treatment of many other neurodegenerative diseases, the researchers say.
Alzheimer's symptoms reversed with new treatment
Early data shows the new treatment can significantly rescue learning and memory deficits.
Alcohol blackouts may permanently alter your brain, scientists warn
This can translate into lower-than-expected performance in school/work or in an inability to form social relationships.
Ovary removal may harm brain's connective fibres, study warns
Understanding these side effects is "critical" for the health of the 600,000 women who receive this procedure in the U.S. every year.
'Exciting' new Parkinson's treatment may cure root cause
"It's the first drug ever to take a patient go from positive to negative," Vaxxinity co-founder Lou Reese told Newsweek.
Scientists reveal the first sign of autism: 'Key discovery'
The spectrum of autism disorders varies widely but the exact mechanisms behind this disparity have been a long-standing mystery, until now.
Neuroscientists make breakthrough memory-and-sleep discovery
"The memories that are formed prior to sleep deprivation will not undergo the same memory processing...," researchers told Newsweek.
Alzheimer's breakthrough could halt progression
"Our findings offer a promising path for developing new treatments," the researchers said.
Cambridge neuroscientist reveals her counterintuitive secret to success
The simple trick can cut procrastination and help you realize your full potential, she says.
Scientists reveal brain patterns that lead to autism
The discovery offers exciting insights into the development of autism while supporting the invention of early interventions.
Babies' bilingualism begins in the womb, scientists reveal
"Newborns from bilingual mothers appear more sensitive to a wider range of acoustic variation of speech," researcher Natàlia Gorina-Careta said.
New autism study reveals "tantalizing clues" about its development
The researchers hope that their findings will "revolutionize" the way we treat autism.
Scientists reveal how autism develops in kids
The researchers hope that these findings will help in the development of more effective drugs to manage the symptoms of autism.
Neuroscientists reveal "neural compass" that stops you from getting lost
The discovery offers new insights for conditions like Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's, in which navigation and orientation are often impaired.
Scientists may have solved first half of sleep mystery
The findings offer new insights into how sleep prepares our brain to learn.
Why Do We Keep Checking Our Phones — Even When There Are No New Notificatio
Brand and culture expert Martin Lindstrom interviews tech addiction expert Nir Eyal about phone addiction.
Why Do We Procrastinate and What Can We Do To Change It?
Brand and culture expert Martin Lindstrom interviews Nobel Prize recipient Richard Thaler on the bizarre reasons we put off the inevitable.
New book reveals surprising ways your memory really works
Psychologists have said forgetting your keys is normal and does not always mean you have a bad memory.
Neuroscientists warn of "cascading" Alzheimer's risk from these two habits
The habits produce a "synergistic effect" on our risk of developing Alzheimer's Disease and general cognitive decline.
Scientists make breakthrough in chronic pain treatment
The new technology may also help restore movement in paralyzed limbs.
Neuroscientists discover shapeshifting DNA controls memory formation
The discovery transforms our understanding of how DNA functions as an on and off switch to control learning and memory, the researchers say.
Why Do We Repeatedly Press The Elevator Button?
Martin Lindstrom looks into the psychology behind elevators, and why we can't resist pushing the button repeatedly, even though we know it's not going to go any faster.
Why Are We More Creative in the Shower?
Martin Lindstrom examines the psychology behind the connection to creativity and water.
Scientists discover how you might be getting more sleep than you think
The researchers hope that their findings will offer relief to millions of insomnia sufferers.
Neuroscientists uncover brain region "crucial" to deep sleep
The discovery paves the way for new treatments tackling sleep disorders and memory consolidation.
Neuroscientists discover that spinal cords can make their own memories
The discovery opens up new avenues for treating patients in recovery from spinal cord injuries.
Alzheimer's breakthrough as "protective" gene may open up new treatments
The findings may lead to new types of therapies that mimic the gene's protective effect to prevent or treat Alzheimer's.
Study reveals how obesity could accelerate aging in the brain
The findings also hint at a potential treatment to reverse cognitive decline in those with obesity.
Scientists discover possible new treatment for Alzheimer's
The treatment works by restoring the activity of our brain's own cellular cleanup crew.