Being a Born Psychopath: Psychopathic Traits vs. Actual Psychopathy
In 2005, James Fallon found out that he has the brain of a murderous psychopath.
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A Match Made in College: Adderall and Struggling Students
Maybe tomorrow you’ll look so tired that a friend will offer you Adderall, and you’ll take it.
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Optical Illusions: The Art of Deception
Perhaps you have heard of the highly common phrase “seeing is believing.” This aphorism generally means that the eye isContinue Reading
Morning Larks vs. Night Owls: Which One Are You?
Have you ever wondered why you wake up so early without command, when the rest of your family is sound asleep and won’t be up in another 4 hours? Or when you can simply pull all-nighters without caffeine?
Introduction to Neuroscience: The Central Nervous System
Exploring the central nervous system and its roles.
Intrinsic Motivation and the Self Determination Theory
Read about the theories associated with motivation, and how positive motivation can impact your life.
How Effective Are Brain-Training Apps?
Almost sounding too good to be true, many brain-training apps claim to improve memory. Read on to learn more.
The Optimism Bias: Why We Think We Are Better Than Everyone Else
Although most of us like to think of ourselves as realistic, out brains are in fact wired to be more optimistic about our life than we realize.
Winnie the Pooh and Mental Health Awareness
How has this popular children’s story affected perceptions about mental health?
Why Nightmares Actually Benefit Your Mental Health
The unconscious mind communicates to our conscious self in forms of nightmares to remind us about our abstract fears and obstacles.
