Share on Pinterest Psychedelics may be able to strengthen the connection between two brain regions key to treating depression, according to new research in rats. The Washington Post/Getty Images With ...

Acupuncture is a traditional and significant part of Chinese medicine that's been around for thousands of years, and continues to be used to ease the pain and discomfort that come with a wide variety ...

Using alcohol to cope with stress when young may permanently alter the brain, making it harder to adapt to challenges and increasing the risk of returning to drinking later in life. Researchers also ...

Breaking free from cigarettes doesn’t require willpower alone. The human brain possesses remarkable plasticity that allows for complete rewiring of smoking associations, transforming a deeply ...

(CNN) — Shrooms, Alice, tweezes, mushies, hongos, pizza toppings, magic mushrooms — everyday lingo for psychedelic mushrooms seems to grow with each generation. Yet leading mycologist Paul Stamets ...

In a world that often feels heavy with negativity, cultivating a positive mindset can seem like a daunting task. However, the good news is that our brains are remarkably adaptable. With the right ...

Broken or disrupted circuits in the brain contribute to many neurological disorders. A new custom-built biological “wire” developed at Duke University School of Medicine points the way toward a new ...

Neuroplasticity is the brain's ability to reorganise itself by forming new neural connections or by changing and improving the existing ones. Before the concept of neuroplasticity was pioneered, it ...

Clinical studies link modern stress to measurable changes in brain architecture, fueling a new movement toward "brain fitness." In their new book, Brain Fitness Blueprint: Integrating Ancient Wisdom ...

Some preteens have no trouble getting a full night's rest. Those experiencing anxiety often lie awake. The reason for both ...