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Expression chosen after public vote describes impact of endless scrolling of mind-numbing content

Optical illusions are mesmerizing, mind-warping images that tax the brain's ability to deal with reality. They often present things, drawings, or people in ways that cannot possibly make sense, thus raising wonder and interest. From cognitive and physiological to physical illusions, these visual tricks have been a subject of psychoanalysis…

Brittany Williams’s ‘brain dead CTE athlete’ comment came shortly after Allen and Hailee Steinfeld announced their engagement

He survived, and is back playing with his church band

"Popcorn brain" is a term used to describe the overstimulation of the brain due to constant exposure to digital devices, leading to an inability to focus or enjoy slower, less stimulating activities. The term popcorn brain was coined by David M. Levy, a computer scientist at the University of Washington.

The stomach can grow in size after you eat, but by how much?

Yale's Center announces $600K in grants to 14 researchers studying cannabis' impact on brain development and mental health.

The body has a network of daily (circadian) clocks that influences most areas of our health, including sleep and metabolism. A central clock in the brain is closely tied to daily sleep rhythms. But there are also clocks in other tissues – such as liver, muscle and fat – and…

Rats typically prefer dirt, sticks and rocks over plastic objects. Now, we had them driving cars. Yes, rats can drive. Here's what that means for science.