Within the human brain, movement is coordinated by a brain region called the striatum, which sends instructions to motor neurons in the brain. Those instructions are conveyed by two pathways, one that ...

Every time we show facial gestures, it feels effortless, but the brain is quietly coordinating an intricate performance.

People are often taught to suppress their emotions and get over it. Emotions don’t just disappear. Unexpressed feelings shape ...

Researchers at the Salk Institute have discovered a brain pathway that connects the frontal cortex to the brainstem, offering potential therapeutic targets for anxiety, panic, and PTSD. Study: A ...

Salk scientists uncover a key neural circuit in mice that gives pain its emotional punch, opening new doors for treating fibromyalgia, migraine, and PTSD LA JOLLA (July 9, 2025)—Pain isn’t just a ...

Recent medical research indicates that the heightened risk of heart disease observed in patients with depression or anxiety ...

It's crazy how our brains can hijack our day—one moment you're fine, the next you're fuming about something that probably won't matter next week. But on the bright side, your brain is remarkably ...

Emotions and scents can create unforgettable moments. Neuroscience shows that both personal experiences and social memories ...