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Inflammation is the sign that our body is defending itself against an aggression. But when this response escalates, for example in the brain, it can lead to serious neurological or…

A new study by researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, a founding member of the Mass General Brigham healthcare system, suggests a common brain network exists among people with substance…

Bruce Willis is battling frontotemporal dementia, an emotionally taxing experience for his family, as revealed by his wife on the Today show.

The role of nutrition in mental health is often underestimated, despite mounting evidence that what we eat can significantly influence our emotional and psychological well-being.

A study has found that cerebellar inhibitory interneurons are essential for fear memory, a type of emotional memory formation.

The idea that people are either left-brained or right-brained has been a popular topic for decades.

New data gives evidence to the possibility that developing a pathobiome in the brain could cause some forms of Alzheimer’s and related dementias.

Impulsive violent behaviour has long been a concern in society, with its consequences often reaching the level of criminality.

When people suffer from anxiety, stress, depression, and other mental health issues, they can also be more likely to suffer from chronic medical conditions.

When people speak about the health of the nation, they typically focus on rates of specific diseases and mortality.

Want to boost your memory, attention, and problem-solving skills with one training? You may be looking for cognitive training.

Human memory is, without doubt, one of the most sophisticated, intricate and vital aspects of our cognition.

Activating these cells kept mice awake for hours when they would normally be resting, without making them any sleepier.

A pioneering scientific study has shown that the effects of multiple concussions in rugby players continue to impact their brains even in retirement.

Living with schizophrenia isn’t easy, but with the right coping strategies and supportive interventions, one can significantly improve the quality of their life.