Determinism beyond pre-determined choices

This article explores the debate between free will and determinism through neuroscience, highlighting insights from Huberman and Sapolsky on human behavior’s complexities and implications.

Revisiting Free Will: Neuroscience Unveils Determinism Beyond Pre-Determined Choices

The intricate tapestry of human behavior, choice, and decision-making has been woven together through centuries of philosophical inquiry and scientific exploration. At the heart of this exploration lies the perennial debate between free will and determinism—a dichotomy that has fascinated thinkers from ancient philosophers to modern neuroscientists. Continue reading “Determinism beyond pre-determined choices”

Breakthrough in mental health understanding

Scientists discover novel fluorescent probe to detect serotonin in cells, revealing its critical link to neuronal function and potential new treatments for depression.

Unlocking the Chemistry of Depression: A Revolutionary Breakthrough in Mental Health Understanding – Shedding Light on the Hidden Mechanisms Behind This Complex Disorder.

Depression, a mental health disorder that has captivated the interest of scientists for centuries, remains an enigmatic entity. Its underlying mechanisms, although well-researched, still hold secrets waiting to be unraveled. Continue reading “Breakthrough in mental health understanding”

Pioneering brain scan study predicts depression before it strikes

Scientists predict depression before it happens by analyzing brain scans.

PIONEERING BRAIN SCAN STUDY PREDICTS DEPRESSION BEFORE IT STRIKES

In a groundbreaking study, researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine have made the astonishing discovery that brain scans can predict depression before it happens. By analyzing brain activity in patients who were later diagnosed with depression, the team found that individuals with a larger salience network in their brain are more likely to develop this debilitating condition. Continue reading “Pioneering brain scan study predicts depression before it strikes”