What is consciousness?
How do you define your being? Consciousness is one of humanity’s oldest intellectual challenges. Not
Why do we need to sleep?
We’ve all been there. We’ve all felt that drag, unable to concentrate, and exhausted after
What is the difference between the left and right brain?
The left-brain right-brain myth: an overview of hemispheral specialization in the brain. When we refer
Why do humans need sleep more than other animals?
A major factor affecting sleep duration varies among animals, is how great the threat of
How does the brain create and store memories?
How exactly does our brain manage to form a memory, hold onto it, and then
How does the placebo effect work in the brain?
The placebo effect has long fascinated scientists and clinicians alike. It’s not just about “mind
What is consciousness and can we measure it?
Consciousness is one of the most perplexing mysteries in science, philosophy, and even spirituality. It’s
Why do we blush and why does it feel embarrassing?
Ever felt your face flush crimson at an awkward moment, perhaps after a public speaking
Is it true that humans only use 10% of their brain?
The idea that humans only use 10% of their brain is a persistent myth, a
Why do we dream and what do our dreams mean?
Why do we dream, and what do our dreams mean? It’s a question humanity has