
The Unleashed Mind: Why Creative People Are Eccentric
Highly creative people often seem weirder than the rest of us. Now researchers know why

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The Unleashed Mind: Why Creative People Are Eccentric
Highly creative people often seem weirder than the rest of us. Now researchers know why

10 Top Illusions
Balls that roll uphill, bathtubs that stretch and shrink, freaky faces and throbbing hearts. Welcome to the year's best visual tricks

A New Look at Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Scientists are taking a fresh look at obsessive-compulsive disorder, identifying its likely causes-and hints for new therapies

Control Yourself! How to Keep Cravings in Check
Cocktail or cola? Banana or banana split? Understanding how we handle such decisions makes it easier to keep our cravings in check

Why Johnny Can't Name His Colors
The way we commonly use color and number words in English makes it unnecessarily difficult for kids to learn the concepts

The Hidden Brain
Flashy neurons may get the attention, but a class of cells called glia are behind most of the brain's work—and many of its diseases

Distance Therapy Comes of Age
Recent studies show that psychotherapy delivered through electronic devices can benefit patients