One in five people worldwide suffers from chronic inflammatory pain. Meanwhile, about two thirds of those affected find ...

Challenging the classic view, two cognitive scientists argue in a new review that categorization is not a late, specialized ...

Snakes have long fascinated human beings. They serve as potent symbols of wisdom, as well as warnings about nature’s cruelty. Despite their varied cultural roles, snakes maintain a certain grace. But ...

How does the brain categorize objects? Scientists reveal that categorization is a predictive process where the brain prepares an action plan before perceiving a stimulus.

The two hemispheres of the brain are neither structurally nor functionally symmetrical, and these asymmetries are often reflected in behavior. For more than ...

The largest analysis of psychedelic brain imaging to date offers a clearer picture of how psychedelic drugs affect the brain.

The human brain is a relentless processor of sensory information, yet only a small fraction of this input reaches the level of conscious awareness. The ...

How does war affect a child's senses? New research shows that 2023 war trauma caused atypical sensory processing in 48% of ...

An expert explains how neutral tones and open city views reduce sensory load and improve emotional regulation.

While fluorescent lighting may make people look bad, some feel anxious under its energy. So, if bright overhead lights bother ...

In 2000, when Nitin Gupta secured All India Rank 1 in the IIT-JEE and entered the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, the ...

Explore how sensory sensitivity impacts daily life in India, highlighting the need for greater recognition and understanding ...