Autism has always been described as a spectrum, but for families, doctors, and educators, that word often feels too vague. It ...

A study from the University of Sydney's Brain and Mind Center reveals new clues as to why standard antidepressants fail for ...

Mice have remained the focal point for life sciences research for the past several decades. Their universality in biomedicine ...

A large global genetics study suggests conditions such as depression, schizophrenia and ADHD overlap far more than psychiatry once believed, raising questions about how mental illness is diagnosed and ...

Climate change is causing trees to sprout earlier in spring. Nevertheless, some tree species are growing less. A study by the ...

“We were able to causally link a specific brain pathway to a ‘brake’ on motivation when individuals face unpleasant tasks in ...

Research reveals when and why ancient tropical seas transitioned from oxygen oases to marine dead zones, providing clues to ...

Sage grouse rely on one of the most visually striking courtship displays in the animal world. Males inflate large chest sacs, producing sounds and movements designed to attract selective females.

Scientists are uncovering why Brazil may be one of the most important yet underused resources for studying extreme longevity.

Every moment, the brain balances signals that unfold at different speeds. Some arrive in milliseconds, such as a sudden sound ...

Scientists have uncovered a way to manipulate the pathway in monkey brains that puts the brakes on motivation.

Scientists are making inroads in understanding one of the central mysteries of human reproduction: Why do women’s eggs ...