The Psychological Experience of Poetry
On how our brains and bodies find pleasure in poetry.
All posts tagged: neuroscience
Bridging Neuroscience and Abstract Art: A Conversation with Eric Kandel
A conversation with the Nobel Prize-winning neuroscientist Eric Kandel.
The Surprising Ways Your Name Affects Your Life
From dating to job prospects, a name has remarkable power over the path of its owner’s life.
Can Creativity Be Learned?
Prevailing theories on creativity focus on methodology, or amount of practice. But artistic talent may be more hard-wired than previously thought.
Let the Body Rest, for the Sake of the Brain
Sleep deprivation can take a heavy mental toll. The specifics are disturbing.
When Speaking English Isn’t Enough
Learning another language can increase one’s ability to focus and multitask, and it can offset dementia and Alzheimer’s.
How Environment Can Boost Creativity
Dim lighting and ambient noise may lead to more out-of-the-box ideas.
