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In a move that will have ramifications for collision sports, the US National Institutes of Health has formally acknowledged a causal link between repeated blows to the head and CTE

Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE) shows promise as a way to treat addiction, but also implies that meditating can be useful outside that context.

For millennia, people have used mind-altering techniques to achieve different states of consciousness, envision spiritual figures, connect with nature, or simply for the fun of it. Psychedelic substances, in particular, have a long and controversial history. But for just as long, people have been having these experiences without drugs too,…

As Alzheimer’s cases grow, scientists have been deep in debate over its causes. Now treatments are on the horizon, the new race is to ready the health system.

The South Australian government is planning to roll out a new mass media campaign about the impact of using methamphetamine, including crystal methamphetamine or “ice” and powdered methamphetamine or “speed”.

A post-mortem scan of rugby great Paul Green's brain revealed CTE. The neuropathologist that scanned it says sporting codes need to do more to protect their athletes.

Scientists have found that AI models learn language similarly to children, which could reveal new insights about the human brain.

Eleanor May Blackburn was hit by a cyclist while walking home from university.

Celebrity and trainspotter are not words you see together very often. But Francis Bourgeois’ unique style and infectious enthusiasm is proving to be a ‘hellfire’ hit

The thrill of a frightening film can feel euphoric – and mild horror, say researchers, can also help foster lasting psychological resilience

Steven Duffy and his care worker Graeme Ashwood are regulars at the East Kilbride ice rink each Friday. The avid skater was born with cognitive brain issues and can find participation difficult.