Addiction

For many poorly understood mental disorders, such as schizophrenia or autism, scientists often wish they could turn back the clock to uncover what has gone wrong in the brains of these patients, and how to right it before much brain damage ensues. But now, thanks to recent developments in the lab, that wish is coming true.

A classic film noir about love, addiction, and dopamine. Learn how drugs affect the brain in a dramatic black and white tale.

Only physical trauma can create a hole in your brain.

Moderate amounts of alcohol do not kill brain cells.