Originally published December 29, 2020Our brains don’t work the way we think they do: for example our actions are based on predictions formulated by ...

This article originally appeared on Undark. When someone close to you develops signs of mental illness, you spring into detective mode. You ask questions, but the answers seem vague and incomplete.

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It’s scientifically proven that doing a wide range of puzzles improves your memory, gives you sharper thinking and can also help prevent dementia as you get older. Inside this weekend’s Daily Star ...

Humans instinctually forge loyalties to groups to survive. Being aware of these impulses can help us deescalate arguments and find common ground.... Lessons from brain science — and history's ...