Depression is one of the most common and disabling mental health conditions in the world, affecting over 10% of people ...

Well, it starts with the amygdala, your brain’s built-in alarm system. When you’re under stress, the amygdala becomes hyperactive, constantly scanning for danger. Over time, this reactivity ...

Neurodegenerative diseases: Over time, chronic stress is thought to contribute to a faster breakdown of brain function, ...

Researchers at Zhejiang University found that acute stress increases natural repair mechanisms in the brain, while chronic ...

Trauma alters brain function, causing fire survivors to struggle with long-term decision-making and emotional stability.

Our brain requires a constant supply of energy. A disrupted energy supply, as, for instance, caused by a stroke, can have ...

A new study shows that when energy is depleted—such as during a stroke—neurons begin releasing glutamate in abnormal, self-amplifying bursts that can damage nerve cells.

They also allow your brain to think faster under stress conditions, which can prove useful in real life. Still stumped? A tip: Look at the animals in the picture. There's one thing drawn in the ...

Both are key players in your “fight-or-flight” response, which kicks in when you're under stress and your brain senses danger. And both are used, in certain situations, as medications.