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Two Distinct Brain Pathways to Addiction
A study on mice found that the positive and negative reinforcements associated with opioid use operate via separate brain pathways.
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Broken Hearts - The Physiology of Heartbreak
The metaphor “heartbreak” has a real physiological basis and emotional stress inflicts pain akin to physical pain
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Harnessing Sound Waves to Alleviate Pain: Targeting the Brain
A new study suggests using focused ultrasound waves directed at the brain for pain relief.
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Blind Sight, Forgetful Recall: The Riddle Of Unconscious Memories
Freud's concept of the subconscious mind lacked a scientific basis, yet modern brain research identifies phenomena that align with its principles.
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Science Panorama
Losing One's Head to Fear: Understanding Phobias
What does science have to say about the factor and dynamics of prominent phobias?
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Why We Lie: The Motivations Behind Deception
People lie from infancy to old age. Why is it that such a common and sometimes beneficial action, considered negative?
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