Findings published in the journal Cell Reports revealed that among people who displayed hypocrisy, the ventromedial ...

Researchers discover that the prefrontal cortex models the behavior of social partners, allowing groups to self-correct and ...

Key points The brain's ventromedial prefrontal cortex compares diverse preferences for utilitarian welfare decisions. Study shows the brain's ability to represent others' preferences, crucial for ...

Stress in the teen years may have long-term effects on brain function, increasing the risk of mental health disorders later ...

A new mathematical model sheds light on how the brain processes different cues, such as sights and sounds, during decision making. The findings from Princeton neuroscientists may one day improve how ...

Researchers found that mice coordinate survival behavior through brain activity in the prefrontal cortex, which tracks both ...

A traditionally overlooked type of RNA plays an important role in promoting resilience to depression-but only in females. According to a new study led by the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, ...

Researchers tracked changes in focus over time, examining cognitive performance, enjoyment, and even pupil size — a ...

How do you make a choice that will benefit the greatest number of people when there are conflicting preferences involved? How does the brain make sense of differing perspectives and organize them to ...