Mind & Brain

Some researchers say that the standard definition of sexual orientation is incomplete—and offer a tool for expanding it.

Unpleasant emotions like sadness and anger can feel overwhelming, but recent research suggests they can trigger behaviors that lead to something better

A former Jeopardy! winner led a new study that probes how linked memory systems may give trivia buffs an edge in their game

Individual interventions for burnout don’t work. Researchers explain why.

Researchers have a clearer picture than ever before of how common conditions that involve aggressive behavior emerge and how treatment can help

Tianeptine, an addictive drug at high doses, is being sold as a dietary supplement in gas stations and convenient stores. But such products could be contaminated with metals, microorganisms or other undisclosed drugs

Distinctive meanings for a word like “risk” can have a big impact on public messaging, especially when it comes to issues like climate change

From meditation to smiling, researchers take a second look at studies claiming to reveal what makes us happy

The wealthiest person on Earth has taken the next step toward a commercial brain interface

Subgoals can make all the difference when ambitious targets seem too daunting

A new technique helps anesthesiologists track changes in states of consciousness

There’s a myth that it takes 21 days to form a habit. Experts explain why it might take some people longer—or shorter