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Your morning coffee could be silently changing how you respond to touch

Caffeine appears to increase brain's ability to respond to touch

The Independent UK · May 12

Self-driving cars struggle to see at night or in fog – but imitating the human brain can make them safe

Picture this: you’re driving on a mountain road, when you suddenly hit a thick patch of fog. You respond instinctively. Your vision sharpens, and you narrow your eyes to make out the shape of any oncoming cars.

The Conversation · May 12

Sleep Hygiene Tips for Deeper Sleep and a Calmer Bedroom Environment That Supports Melatonin and a Healthy Circadian Rhythm

Discover practical sleep hygiene tips that support melatonin, align your circadian rhythm, and optimize your bedroom environment to help you fall asleep faster and wake feeling refreshed.

Medical Daily · May 12

Psychology says men who spend long hours in the toilet with their phones aren’t just avoiding people — The secret behind ‘bathroom escape’

In a world shaped by constant demands and endless stimulation, even the smallest spaces can turn into emotional refuges. Sometimes, what appears to be avoidance is actually the brain searching for a brief sense of quiet, safety and control.

The Economic Times · May 11

Is CTE really the main reason behind the rise in NFL player suicides?

Brain trauma and football have become inexorably linked. But a recent Harvard study suggests there are other dangers for football players

The Guardian - US · May 11

Just Squeeze Your Abs: Tiny Muscle Contractions Help Flush Toxins from the Brain

Most people think of abdominal muscles as something tied to posture, fitness, or getting a flatter stomach. But scientists are now uncovering a surprising new benefit: tiny abdominal contractions may help your brain clean itself. Researchers recently discovered that even subtle core movements can trigger fluid flow that helps flush…

Budget and the Bees · May 11

How does your brain decide between the road not taken or the same old route? Resolving conflicting memories is key to navigation

When was the last time you paid attention to your commute? And I don’t mean a couple of feet in front of you, at the car merging into your lane without a blinker. I mean really paid attention to the route you take.

The Conversation · May 11

I tried the Looki L1 AI camera – and I might just have signed my brain away

The Looki L1 Ai camera is a small device that captures footage and provides context-specific help

Digital Camera World · May 11

Why People Crave Validation More Than Happiness Today

Almost everyone enjoys appreciation. Compliments, praise, attention, and recognition make people feel valued and accepted. Human beings naturally want connection and social approval because it helps them feel included and emotionally safe. But something has changed in recent years. Many people no longer seek validation occasionally. Instead, validation has become…

MyLifeXP · May 9

If humans are getting smarter, why are our brains shrinking?

Human brains have been shrinking since prehistoric times, some studies suggest. Whether this is true and why it has happened are debated.

LiveScience · May 9