Is she “crazy,” or is her gray matter just being compressed? Neuroscientists in Spain have found a connection between pregnancy hormones and fluctuating gray matter in the brain — which could help illuminate more about the postpartum period and attachments between mothers and newborns. A study done in association with the BeMother project found that … Read more
Talk about prenatal gains. A new study out of Japan shows that women who prioritize one common activity during pregnancy might be giving their babies a developmental advantage. After assessing nearly 40,000 mothers and children, the researchers found that babies raised by moms who were physically active before and during pregnancy were more likely to … Read more
Anthony Hopkins is calling bull on his wife’s armchair diagnosis. The acclaimed actor, 87, balked when his wife, Stella Arroyave, suggested he has Asperger’s Syndrome, a neurodevelopmental disorder on the autism spectrum. “I didn’t know what the hell she was talking about. I don’t even believe it,” he told The Sunday Times, sharing the signs … Read more
It’s one of humanity’s most enduring mysteries: What happens when we die? Now, a new scientific investigation has taken us a step closer to understanding what may lie beyond the grave, the Daily Mail reported. Researchers interviewed 48 people who had survived near-death experiences (NDEs), asking them to describe — and even sketch — what … Read more
He gave Mr. Carson a tremor — but behind the scenes, Julian Fellowes was the one shaking. The “Downton Abbey” creator recently opened up about how he’s overcoming a supposedly “incurable” condition that made everyday tasks nearly impossible, thanks to a “terrifying” yet “revolutionary” procedure. “You’re kept awake the whole time,” Fellowes, 76, said in … Read more
Even when she was a full-time cognitive neuroscientist, Dr. Steffie Tomson always had fashion on the brain — but not in the way you might think. This isn’t a story of a biology nerd who dreams of working at Vogue. Tomson had her mind on her scientific research, but somehow, her shoes always ended up … Read more
A small New Jersey college has launched the world’s first Ph.D. in Happiness Studies — a fully virtual, four-year program designed to train experts in the science of wellbeing. “The need has never been greater,” said Tal Ben-Shahar, director of Happiness Studies at Centenary University in Hackettstown. “Around the world, we’re seeing a surge in … Read more
Feeling flush? Harlequin sign might sound like a fun card game or Halloween outfit — but it’s actually a rare nervous system condition characterized by asymmetrical sweating. Sydney Patrice, 26, a physical therapist from Baltimore, shared a video on TikTok in which she explained that only half her face turns red and sweaty during exercise … Read more
Heads up, bottles up. Worldwide, more than 1 billion people suffer from migraines — and because the cause isn’t fully understood, treating them can be tricky, with suffers often curling up in a dark, quiet room, waiting for the pain to pass. But one young woman has revealed the bizarre, unlikely hack that works for … Read more
Do you take your coffee with cream, sugar — or a side of brain damage? “Caffeine in the neuroscience literature is genuinely terrible when combined with other drugs,” warned Dr. Natashia Swalve, a behavioral neuroscience professor at Grand Valley State University, in a recent TikTok. One drug in particular has her especially alarmed, with early … Read more
Biohacking isn’t just about six-packs and stem cells anymore. Now, longevity junkies are turning inward — using cutting-edge technology and ancient medicine to expand their consciousness, unlock hidden brain power and find inner peace. The Post caught up with Dave Asprey, the self-proclaimed “father of biohacking,” to learn more about how three trending techniques are … Read more
Forget monsters under the bed — the real nightmare might be what your kid’s doing at the dinner table, on their phone or when they think no one’s watching. Child psychologists are warning parents to stop brushing off some behaviors as just “kids being kids” — because these seemingly small habits could be flashing red … Read more
Take aurally. Turns out the ultimate anxiety remedy may not be in your medicine cabinet — but on Spotify. An eight-minute ambient track called “Weightless” by British band Marconi Union is being hailed as the musical equivalent of a chill pill. The track, ‘Weightless’ by Marconi Union (above) — cooked up with sound therapists to … Read more
A good rule of thumb for protecting your brain health? If a neurologist wouldn’t do it, you probably shouldn’t either. Nearly 7 million Americans and more than 55 million people around the world are living with dementia, an umbrella term used to describe several progressive disorders that affect memory and cognition. While aging — and some age-related … Read more
Could science fiction become reality? In 2004’s “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind,” Jim Carrey’s character undergoes a memory-erasing procedure to forget his ex. But while the procedure seemed farfetched at the time, technology has gotten us closer to the possibility of wiping painful memories from our minds — or at the very least, making … Read more
Actor Eric Dane, 52, revealed this week that he has been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as ALS or Lou Gehrig’s disease. “I have been diagnosed with ALS. I am grateful to have my loving family by my side as we navigate this next chapter,” the “Euphoria” and “Grey’s Anatomy” star said in … Read more
Only children are smarter, happier and more creative than those who grow up with siblings, according to a new study. “Contrary to the stereotypical impression of associations between [only children] and problem behaviors, we found positive correlations … with neurocognition and mental health,” researchers wrote in a report published this week in the Nature Human … Read more
If you’ve ever been to a magic show, you know how easy it is to “trick” your brain into seeing something that isn’t quite there. Now, a new study published in the journal Pain Reports has unveiled an effective but unusual illusion that has exciting implications for pain management. The researchers were exploring a phenomenon … Read more
Instead of trying to juggle work-life balance, why not just split the two entirely? If Apple TV’s Severance taught us anything, it’s that it’s not that simple. While the surgical procedure that Lumon Industries employees undergo to sever their work and home memories is pure science fiction, experts in the field say it’s not entirely … Read more
As scientists continue to investigate the roots of autism, a generic cancer drug might hold the key. Leucovorin is prescribed to reduce the side effects of chemo. But in several studies conducted over the past 13 years, Dr. Richard Frye has compiled growing evidence that it can improve signs of autism, even leading nonverbal children … Read more