Mind

A mother’s stress directly affects the brain development of her unborn child.

Scientists reveal how the brain suppresses chronic pain and prioritises hunger necessary for survival.

Our faces will convey emotions through colour on our faces even when we don’t move a muscle.

A study explores the relationship between driving skills in novice drivers and age, sport participation and playing video games.

Stress transmitted from one to another can cause changes in the brain the same way as real stress does.

When adult children return home to an empty nest, it causes a significant decline in parents’ quality of life.

Humour can be as effective a motivator as fear in inspiring people to pursue climate change activism.

Holding the hand of your loved one who is in pain will result in diminished pain for your partner.

Shirodhara, a steady stream of liquid poured across the forehead, is a subtle Ayurvedic therapy that relaxes the body and cleanses the mind.

Researchers show for the first time, using virtual reality, how the brain can map a landscape based on smell.

Some mindfulness strategies may help reduce cravings by occupying our short term memory.

Researchers uncover that the brain finds it more rewarding to punish the wrongdoer than support the victim.