Make me moral, now
Scientific breakthroughs have allowed us to enhance our living conditions. The emerging science of morality would soon permit upgrading ourselves. Do we want this?
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Is taking antidepressants during pregnancy safe for the baby?
The risk of depression is increased during pregnancy. Prescribed antidepressants are transferred to the fetus and, as recent research indicates, affect the development of the baby’s brain.
How to increase your chances of having a nice Christmas
It’s Christmas time. We meet families and friends, which can be experienced as wonderful but
Blind for faces
Some people are very bad at recognizing faces. How is this possible and what can
How our season of birth impacts who we are
Scientists have collected a convincing amount of evidence that your season of birth might have substantial influence on your health and character for the rest of your life. ?
Mapping the variability of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder
The diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders is still based on behavioral symptoms, contrary to
How the brain learns to try harder
From enduring the pain of a climb to enjoying stunning views from the top: artificial
Seeing and Feeling Music
Sinterklaas has arrived in the Netherlands, thus the time has come to hear Sinterklaas songs non-stop. Often it is assumed that deaf people can’t perceive music, but in fact they can.
What birds have to say about relationships
Humans are not the only ones dealing with monogamous relationships. Birds also have them, more
Hugs are free
At the end of a long hard day at work, sometimes all we need is a big hug. What happens in the brain when we experience touch from other people?