Do illusory beliefs drive people away from medicine?

The stronger the belief in pseudoscientific ideas, the greater the distrust in conventional medicine and tendency to seek unvalidated therapies, a study shows.

What leads some mothers to perinatal depression?

A pioneering study followed mothers with perinatal depression and concluded that sensitivity can increase the risk, but partner support has a protective effect.

Do we feel less moral responsibility when following orders?

Study confirms that the perception of being the author of our actions decreases when we follow orders.

Do different types of stress have the same impact?

Research shows that acute stress induces anxiety-like behaviors, especially in male rats, while chronic stress is more associated with depressive symptoms.

How does the brain turn what it sees into action?

A study reveals the plasticity of neural pathways and how the brain repurposes motor networks to learn new associations, a testament to its adaptability.

Did you know it’s possible to study awe in the human brain?

The SUBRAIN project aims to understand the brain mechanisms underlying the emotion of awe, defined as a profound feeling of wonder in response to something sublime.