Climbing out of depression: the science behind boulder psychotherapy
It is time to rethink our approach to mental health treatment. As depression rates rise
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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”!
Between Yin and Yang: how the balance between molecules supports brain functioning
The concentrations of the brain’s key signal molecules can be measured with magnetic resonance spectroscopy, a relatively unknown imaging technique. What can we learn about how our brains work with this technique?
The pleasure of reading: How do we get children back into it?
The pleasure from reading among youth is declining, and that’s a problem. Promoting reading pleasure early in childhood seems important. But is it really? And how do you promote the reading pleasure of children?
Do you make different choices when you are stressed?
We make choices all day long. But what is the effect of stress on your choices? The reward system and stress system are connected, making the advantages of a choice suddenly seem more important than the disadvantages. But what are the long-term effects of this?
How dopamine helps you to learn new languages
We live in a quickly changing world where we need to adapt to new environments on a regular basis. For example, when learning a new language. But what factors contribute to this successful learning, and what happens when we encounter challenges?
What high sensitivity feels like for adults
Everyone is sensitive to environmental stimuli, but the degree to which we are sensitive differs between individuals. This infographic describes the latest scientific insight on what high sensitivity feels like for adults.