Happiness can be cultivated through intentional actions such as seeking experiences, clearing clutter, planning enjoyable ...

In a study published in Science today, Mingsha Zhang, a neuroscientist at Beijing Normal University, focused on the thalamus.

Fluency in a foreign language is often thought to be about speaking quickly and using advanced vocabulary. However, researchers reveal that speakers who use common, everyday expressions sound more ...

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In a world of constant stimulation, the thalamus filters which thoughts we become aware of and which we don’t.

The study also provides a new approach to solving one of the biggest enduring scientific mysteries: when did plate tectonics ...

Most people enjoy observing wildlife, but many do not realize they can become much more involved on an official, but ...

A first-of-its-kind study from UC Riverside shows that workers can reshape their self-image by using a smartphone app.

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Humans possess unique self-awareness, experiencing emotions and consciousness that science struggles to fully understand, ...