Category: Brain
Rotating Brain Waves Help Mind Refocus After Distraction
Neuroscientists have discovered that when the brain is distracted, coordinated “rotating” waves of neural activity help it steer back to focus. Using electrical recordings in animals, the team found that neurons in the prefrontal cortex synchronize in circular patterns—like starlings in flight—to recover from cognitive interruptions.
A Bite Of Dark Chocolate Could Sharpen Your Memory For The Next Hour
Eating flavanol-rich foods like dark chocolate or berries may boost memory performance by synchronizing stress hormones with the brain’s natural window for locking in new information
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Human Mind Prefers Simple Explanations Over Complex Truths
New research shows that people tend to prefer simple explanations even when complex ones are more accurate. The study found that individuals focus mainly on visible or known causes while neglecting hidden or absent ones, leading to oversimplified reasoning.
How “Frazzled” Keeps the Brain Wired for Lightning-Fast Communication
Scientists have uncovered a key role for the protein “Frazzled” in building and maintaining the rapid neural connections that allow fruit flies to react in milliseconds. When Frazzled is missing, neurons lose vital gap junctions, slowing communication and weakening muscle responses.
Don’t Ignore the Winter Blues, It Could Be Seasonal Depression
As daylight fades, many experience fatigue or low mood—but for millions, these symptoms signal seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a serious form of depression. Reduced sunlight disrupts serotonin, melatonin, and the body’s circadian rhythm, leading to feelings of hopelessness, loss of interest, and sleep or appetite changes.
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