Theory of mind is our capacity to infer and understand others' actions.

Even moderate levels of noise can lead to significant hearing impairments.

Cognitive dissonance occurs when people’s actions do not align with their beliefs, causing unease and anxiety.

Your brain has a powerful connection to the vast neuronal network in your gut via the vagus nerve. This ties your digestive tract to mood, cognition, and brain physiology, so researchers are interested in the microbiome as a therapeutic target for mental health and more.

Neurons cannot release their neurotransmitters without calcium, making this remarkable mineral crucial for everything we do — from movement, to memory, and more.

Learning things can be hard work, but your brain is up to the challenge. Understanding the processes involved in learning can be key to doing it with ease.

Circadian rhythms encourage our systems to operate on a 24-hour cycle, resulting in changes in mood and cognition when disrupted.

Many of the therapeutic claims surrounding cannabidiol remain unproven, but additional research may provide some more clarity.

Ever wonder why a certain smell strikes a chord of nostalgia? Research suggests it has to do with the unique way our sense of smell is processed in the brain.

Some studies suggest practicing yoga is associated with greater gray matter volume, decreased depression, and enhanced production of proteins important for plasticity, learning, and memory.