In 1995, author Daniel Goleman coined the term “amygdala hijack”–an idea that has subsequently appeared in countless blogs, self-help books, and videos. According to this idea, a part of the brain ...

Have you ever found yourself replaying the same heartbreak anthem over and over, clinging to a song that somehow feels like ...

Anxiety is best managed when the brain becomes less reactive to threats. Benzodiazepines can interfere with the learning ...

Neuroscientists are closing in on a long elusive goal: pinpointing the exact brain cells that make anxiety surge or suddenly ...

For some people a single small irritation can wreck their entire day, while others can swiftly shake off minor problems and move on. A new study led by researchers from the University of Miami is ...

Commentary: Talking with someone who has a different worldview is the definition of being out of synch. It’s bound to set off ...

If you’ve ever assigned a special ringtone to a crush, you know the instant hit of dopamine that occurs the instant it goes off. You might also know the feeling when another ringtone goes off for a ...

Forget crowd sizes — a new study confirms that conservatives boast slightly larger amygdalas, the part of the brain that plays a key role in identifying and reacting to potential threats, compared ...

The study found overgrowth of the amygdala between 6 and 12 months of age in children that went on to develop autism. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.

Why do some people prefer stable, predictable lives while others prefer frequent changes? Why do some people make rational decisions and others, impulsive and reckless ones? UCLA behavioral ...