Mind & Brain

People who are rated as good storytellers exhibit a purpose-oriented mindset and big-picture thinking more often than others

A mysterious neuro-ocular syndrome remains an unknown risk for long-term spaceflight

Neuroscientist Lore Thaler speaks about her efforts to make echolocation training more accessible

Neuroscience research claiming to question the existence of free will may have been misinterpreted

Utterances like um, wow and mm-hmm aren’t garbage—they keep conversations flowing

Some songs get stuck in our head more than others, and scientists have uncovered what makes them so irresistible.

Can taking a simple oath make you more trustworthy? That depends a lot on its exact wording

The sounds we make during emotional moments or when experiencing pain may not be arbitrary

An explanation of the science behind news fatigue, plus expert advice to take control and protect your well-being while staying engaged

People are surprisingly bad at guessing knot strength, a study found

What happens in your mind when insight strikes?

These novel treatments help people with depression and anxiety find joy in life