The brain’s illusion of what belongs to you
Look in a mirror. The face you see feels completely like your own. You rarely question it. But what if your brain could be convinced that another face also belongs to you?
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When the mind’s eye is blind
Can you picture an apple? If the answer is no, you might have aphantasia. New research is shedding new light on to the purpose of visual imagination, helping us understand empathy, memory, and maybe even consciousness itself.
Ramadan: What does fasting do to your brain?
Ramadan is a holy month in Islam, focused on introspection. A key part is fasting between sunrise and sunset. What effect does this have on the brain? Esther Aarts, scientist and research program leader in Nutrition & Cognition, explains.
From your coffee cup to your brain: the hidden journey of microplastics
Microplastics from everyday containers can harm not only the environment but also the human brain by triggering inflammation and disrupting cognitive and emotional functions. While complete avoidance is difficult, switching to reusable alternatives like glass or stainless steel can help reduce exposure and protect brain health.
Mindfulness for young people: a promising remedy for worry and sadness?
Many young people between 16 and 25 years suffer from psychological symptoms such as anxiety or sadness. Research shows that mindfulness training can have positive effects in adults with mental disorders such as depression, but the effect in youth remains understudied. In this article, we discuss whether mindfulness could possibly help young people become more resilient to mental illness.
Climbing out of depression: the science behind boulder psychotherapy
It is time to rethink our approach to mental health treatment. As depression rates rise
Harnessing the power of our beautiful minds
Brain Computer Interfaces are technologies that open up new realms of possibilities in medicine and beyond, but ethical guidelines and legislation have not yet caught up with the rapid developments in this field. What can this technology do? And what does the future hold for it?
Arachnophobia: why we fear spiders more than other bugs
Fear of spiders (arachnophobia) is one of the most common fears. Researchers consistently find that people are more afraid of spiders than other bugs, this blog explains why this might be and how to overcome this fear.
Neuromarketing: Innovation or manipulation?
As you casually buy gifts for the holidays, a hidden force guides you towards certain stores and products. Unbeknownst to you, their appearance has been tailor-made to catch your attention. This is neuromarketing; utilizing the brain’s reactions to ads and products.
Cracking the Pronunciation Code: Could You Be a Super-pronouncer?
Are you someone who is often complimented for their perfect accent in a foreign language like English? Does learning accents come easily to you? You could be a “Super-pronouncer”!