Depression affects millions of people worldwide, but much is still unknown about this illness and treatments don't always ...

Most people associate addiction with substances like alcohol or drugs—but experts warn that some of the most destructive ...

Opioid use disorder is associated with more than 350,000 deaths annually worldwide. Guided by the need for an increased understanding of critical neurobiological features of addiction, researchers ...

Nearly 50 million over the age of 12 reportedly have substance use disorders​, which can include addictions to alcohol or drugs​. Watch our Breaking The Stigma special on overcoming addiction.

My job, like many of yours, demands more from my brain than it is biologically capable of. The philosophical argument that phones, the internet, and AI tools are extensions of our minds Why humans ...

But is this time-sucking pastime any good for your brain? 1. The Tetris Effect is when intrusive thoughts about playing the game interfere with your daily functioning Have you ever started to see ...

Nicotine addiction alters brain chemistry, making it difficult to quit even when a person wants to stop. Social and environmental factors, such as peer influence and stress, can contribute to tobacco ...

Scientists at UBC have discovered a new type of brain cell, called ovoid cells, which play a key role in object recognition memory. This breakthrough could lead to new treatments for memory-related ...

Brain activity may indicate that after death, our souls depart from our bodies. New studies on brain activity during the dying process suggest that the brain may remain active even after clinical ...

Here’s what we know — and don’t know — so far. One way researchers study addiction is by looking at the brain levels of the neurotransmitter dopamine — a natural signal that helps you ...