My patient, Derek,* is a high-achiever. Like many high achieving individuals, he struggles under the weight of his own high expectations. He assumes that being harsh toward himself and always ...

Imagine two kids in adjoining backyards that are separated by a fence. Both yards have a trampoline, so the kids jump up and down to talk to one another. It will only work if both kids are at the top ...

How does the brain learn from mistakes? A new Duke study reveals a hidden circuit that helps control the learning process.

Research shows that delaying important tasks is often driven by how the brain processes stress and threat—not by poor time management or lack of discipline. Behaviors like procrastination and ...

In the second world war, the physician Henry Beecher observed that some of his soldier patients, despite being injured on the battlefield, required no strong painkillers to manage their pain. In some ...

Studies on the neurons of mice suggest our own human endurance may have more to do with the brain than our physique. Regular exercise strengthens muscles and improves endurance—but new research ...