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We’ve moved on, but science hasn’t - new findings on COVID-19 and the brain

We’ve moved on, but science hasn’t - new findings on COVID-19 and the brain

It's not widely known that even common infections like the flu or a cold can enter the fluid surrounding the brain—the cerebrospinal fluid. This is one of the reasons why people feel sick and exhausted, and develop headaches during viral infections. Many viruses have the potential to

Not all fears are created equal: The brain's response to spiders (and other fear triggers)

Not all fears are created equal: The brain's response to spiders (and other fear triggers)

Fear is a natural defense. A response to danger, that unsettling sense of potential threat, or anything that feels new, hidden, or just plain mysterious. Fear keeps us cautious and alert, helping us decide on the best reaction to survive—whether that’s fighting back, making a hasty exit, or

The menstrual cycle and brain function: Myth-bashing

The menstrual cycle and brain function: Myth-bashing

The menstrual cycle involves complex hormonal fluctuations that greatly influence the woman's physiological processes. Historically, menstruation has been stigmatized, leading to misconceptions about its impact on cognitive abilities. While it has been widely debated how (not whether) these changes affect women’s thinking and performance - neuroscience has

The brain loves color - but different ones

The brain loves color - but different ones

I always wondered if we humans see color the same way. I mean, when we call something blue, is it the same color we call blue? Or do we just have the same name for something that we see differently? Is that why we have different favorite colors? And if

How on earth is the brain involved in itching?

How on earth is the brain involved in itching?

Yes, there is neuroscience in the skin and yes, there is a Brain-Skin axis. That nervous system seems to pop up everywhere, and recent research shows how the nervous system is deeply involved in - and can amplify the itching. More than just a skin condition One of the most

How gaming changes the structure of the brain

How gaming changes the structure of the brain

Our kids spend time gaming - and admitted - the parents really enjoy gaming too. The hyper-focus and complete forgetting of the world, the stimulus, and the problem solving is all great entertainment. While gaming has been criticized for being addictive and increasing aggression, it has cognitive benefits too -

Index and concept neurons - the brain's meticoules librarians

Index and concept neurons - the brain's meticoules librarians

The hippocampus - our brain-main-library When you meet a friend in a café, certain neurons in your hippocampus activate to recognize key details, such as your friend’s face and the setting. The hippocampus is the main structure in the brain responsible for organizing and retrieving memories. It binds together