From corridors to cognition: How the brain builds mental maps of the world
Our brains build maps of the environment that help us understand the world around us, allowing us to think, recall, and plan. These maps not only help us to, say, find our room on the correct floor of ...
In need of a dopamine hit? 5 things to know about creating a dopamine menu
A dopamenu is a personalized list of small, rewarding activities designed to boost focus, motivation and well-being. Here are ...
Book Review: ‘Cerebral Entanglements,’ by Allan J. Hamilton
In “Cerebral Entanglements,” Allan J. Hamilton argues that new imaging technologies give us unprecedented access — with ...
These Toys Can Actually Improve Your Dog's Cognitive Abilities, According To Vets
“Daily use of puzzle toys can help stimulate a dog’s mind by challenging them to solve problems. This can help a dog’s ...
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Rewiring childhood: The alarming impact of social media on your child's brain
The growing concerns about social media's impact on children under 16 have led to calls for stricter regulations, as experts ...
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National League Lausanne and the SCL Tigers reward themselves for a strong comeback
Lausanne trailed 1:4 shortly after half-time in their home game against Bern, but nevertheless inflicted their sixth defeat in a row on the visitors with a 5:4 victory after overtime. The SCL ...
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Brain's Reward Learning: Key to Treating Depression?
Unlocking the brain's reward system Major depression affects over 21 million Americans annually, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and remains a leading cause of disability ...
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Sega Launches Account System With Benefits and Rewards, Opens With Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
Sega has launched its own account system akin to the Nintendo Account or Ubisoft Connect that will "maximize" its online services and offer various benefits, kicking off with a free costume for ...
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SEGA Launches New Account System To Reward Players
SEGA has launched a new account system that will grant you access to exclusive rewards in SEGA and ATLUS ... Photo by John Keeble/Getty Images Those who sign up for a SEGA account and link ...
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IRS Officers Association Rejects FBR’s New Rating and Reward System
The Inland Revenue Service Officers Association (IRSOA) strongly urges its members to collectively boycott the recently launched Rating and Reward System (RRS) by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR ...
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How your brain learns from rewards might hold the key to treating depression
Nov. 18, 2021 — In the human brain, the hormone insulin also acts on the most important neurotransmitter for the reward system, dopamine. Insulin lowers the dopamine level in a specific region ...
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How your brain learns from rewards might hold the key to treating depression
Unlocking the brain’s reward system Major depression affects over 21 million Americans annually, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and remains a leading cause of ...