The brain
The brain is the organ that makes us human and the most complex organ in an organism. This mind-boggling structure is located at the centre of the nervous system and contains billions of neurons that can simultaneously process information from around the body. The brain is found in all vertebrates and most invertebrates, and is located in the head, usually closest to the sensory organs such as vision.
We’ve finally found the mental ‘brake’ behind procrastination
A pesky “motivation brake” may control when we can be bothered to do something, and when we’d rather put it off
Your dog might be eavesdropping on your conversations – and learning words from them
Certain dogs can learn words like human toddlers, by listening to family members’ conversations
What we get wrong about ADHD in adults (and why it matters)
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder was long thought to be something only unruly schoolkids suffered with. Now, the science is telling us a very different story
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I learned how to control my dreams to better my mental health. Here’s how
These dreaming techniques could help conquer nightmares, improve mental health and fine-tune athletic performance
These are the most narcissistic countries in the world, study suggests
Plus, why some groups are more likely to be self-obsessed, no matter their nationality
Why giving up alcohol may be the key to slowing down ageing
Giving up alcohol could add years to your life by slowing down your biological clock
How can I banish the January blues?
Don't let January get you down. Here's how to beat the winter blues
Is psychopathy born or bred?
For years, scientists have argued over whether psychopathy is learned or inherited. Brain imaging is now offering an unexpected verdict
8 simple, science-backed ways to instantly boost your motivation
Why are some of us procrastinators while others are dynamic, go-getters? It's down to our brains and by understanding the science behind motivation, you may find you can achieve more.
What your life would be like without an inner voice
People whose lives aren’t narrated by a voice in their head may have ‘anendophasia’. Experts are now investigating what’s actually going on in there
The 10 best optical illusions that will blow your mind
Optical illusions are fun and intriguing, and we don't always know why they happen. Here are some of our favourites.
Do I have alexithymia?
If you struggle to identify your feelings on a regular basis, you might just have alexithymia – here's how you can know if you do
How many organs could I survive without?
The human body is a remarkably resilient thing, as many case studies of people surviving without organs tell us
Men’s brains may age faster than women’s, suggests major new study
Brain ageing is the biggest risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease
A daily dose of cheese could reduce your dementia risk, study finds
Cheese could be gouda for your brain? You better brie-leve it
How to build the mindset now proven to slow ageing
How much could a change of attitude change your life?
Should I start sniffing rosemary?
A centuries-old idea is getting modern scientific backing
This ‘digital brain’ could soon simulate ethically forbidden experiments
This very complicated computer model was designed to help teach us about our own brains
I zapped my vagus nerve every day for a month to fight anxiety. Here's what happened
Can a wearable neuromodulation device that delivers small electric shocks banish anxiety?
Can noise-cancelling headphones damage my ears?
Noise-cancelling headphones can help us listen to the music we love at lower volumes, but do they cause any damage to our hearing?
The 'lizard brain' lie: How neuroscience demolished the greatest mind myth
Feeling angry? That's not your lizard brain kicking in.
A dementia vaccine could be real, and some of us have taken it without knowing
Getting vaccinated against shingles could protect you from getting dementia, or slow the progression of the disease, says a new study
I keep having nightmares. Should I be worried?
Some recent research has made headlines by linking frequent nightmares to an increased risk of dementia. Should we be worried?
We may have found the first true human pheromone
Could invisible chemical signals sway our behaviour, or who we’re attracted to – all without us knowing?