What are dreams? "An accidental byproduct of our waking cognitive abilities," a new book says.

Sharing what we have activates pleasure circuits in the brain, says the Greater Good Science Center.

Researchers have developed a method to selectively erase fear memories in the brain.

A new study finds that blocking oxytocin works better than Prozac to help stressed mice.

How we encourage our kids affects their ability to deal with setbacks honestly, a new study shows.

Here's how we make them better, says psychology prof.

Enjoyable GIFs actually reveal the full range of the human heart.

Belinda Campos' studies find the Latino approach to relationships reduces anxiety, among other benefits.

As featured by Mashable, a UCLA neuroscientist opens the door into an entirely new realm of brain research.

Researchers engage in the scientific method at Indian monasteries.

New study finds the sweet spot for adolescent rest.

Answer: a lot. But we still find a way to retain important facts, a new study finds.