Cognition
Humans Are Not the Only Creatures Who Mourn
Mounting evidence from species as diverse as cats, dogs, giraffes and dolphins indicates that humans are not unique in grieving over the loss of loved ones
Mind
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Fidget Toys Aren't Just Hype
Despite sometimes being an annoying distraction for others, fidget items can have some practical uses for adults
The Link between Disorder and Genius: An Interview with Dr. Gail Saltz
The Savvy Psychologist interviews the author of The Power of Different: The Link Between Disorder and Genius
Are Cats Responsible for "Cat Ladies"?
The strange neuroscience of “Toxo”
Sometimes, Facts Can Actually Trump Ideology
It's hard to get people to look past their ideological blinkers, but behavioral science research shows it's not impossible
A New Approach to Alzheimer's
The disease's complexity and multiple contributing factors suggest that combinations of drugs could be more effective than single medications
Could Magnetic Brain Stimulation Help People with Alzheimer's?
A technology that uses magnetism to regulate neural activity shows a small benefit in patients with mild forms of the disease
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Videos
This Itch Is Infectious
Many social animals start to feel itchy after watching one of their fellows scratch, and scientists now have a better understanding of why an itch can spread through a group.
Neurological Health
Tackling Brain Disease in China
Behavior & Society
Eavesdrop on Ultrasonic Rat Giggles
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