From Pokémon, to fMRI, to the relationship between masculine norms and mental health, 2016 left us with some interesting psych news to ponder.

New Year's resolutions often include a goal to exercise more, so we've put together a few of our favorite fitness-themed episodes into one place for our lovely viewers!

After a good distance of running, you might have felt a sensation of happiness. That is the runner's high and some chemicals in your body cause it.

Some people tout the health and productivity benefits of cold showers, but how much do they really do?

In the 1980s and 90s, pharmaceutical companies began to market opioid painkillers aggressively, while actively downplaying their addictive potential. The number of prescriptions skyrocketed, and so did cases of addiction, beginning a...

Everyone experiences pain -- but why do some people react to the same painful stimulus in different ways? And what exactly is pain, anyway? Karen D. Davis walks you through your brain on pain, illuminating why the "pain experience"...

When you think of allergies, the first thing that comes to mind is probably seasonal allergies, but there are a handful of strange allergies can be much harder to avoid than pollens.

Howcast - You don't need drugs or alcohol to get buzzed. Try one of these harmless, natural ways to get high.

We crave unhealthy foods because they contain lots of sugar and artificial additives, which taste delicious, and therefore trigger the release of certain pleasure-inducing neurotransmitters. Furthermore, we are evolutionarily programmed...

Feeling overwhelmed by stress? Want to learn how to manage it effectively? Join Evelyn in this concise guide to managing stress and maintaining a healthy balance. In this video, you'll gain an understanding of stress and its...

See how two boxers fare in a match, and discover how the chemicals in our body influence whether we win or lose. Biology - Being Human - Learning Points. The brain's reaction to winning and losing is hard-wired. When a boxer realises he...

Discover why fitness is not always obvious from appearance. Rather, it is a measurement of how well your body operates on a daily basis. Find out how BMI, heart rate and blood pressure indicate how fit you are. Biology - Healthy Living -...

What’s the good feeling you get after intense exercise? It’s not from endorphin release like we originally thought. Instead, it’s from endocannabinoid release, which is your body’s natural cannabinoids. Regular, vigorous exercise...

Sugar withdrawal is like opioid withdrawal. Sugar withdrawal is real. Sugar withdrawal symptoms include headaches, muscle cramps, bloating, but the mental effect can include feeling depressed or anxious. Excessive sugar...

We’re celebrating Women’s History Month by highlighting some incredible female neuroscientists with Stories of WiN, a blog about women in neuroscience. Join us to learn about their exciting contributions to understanding the brain from...

Everyone laughs to laugh! But why? What is the evolutionary purpose of laughter? How does laughter work on the mechanistic level? Why do we find things funny? There is a lot to discuss here from the standpoint of psychology, so let's dig...

This video promotes the benefits of hiking as a great way to get in shape while enjoying the outdoors. It highlights the numerous health benefits, including cardiovascular exercise, muscle strength, weight loss, and improved mental...

Crying helps us cope with negative experiences and can help prevent potential health issues. Learn about the different types of tears our eyes produce and how crying can help reduce stress, improve mood, and maintain a healthy balance in...

Jack Czarnecki delves into the world of Oregon white truffle hunting, emphasizing the unique ecological conditions favorable to truffle growth among Douglas fir trees and the intricate relationship between truffles and wildlife....

In this video, the speaker explains that our emotions are actually chemical reactions in our bodies, and discusses the hormones responsible for happiness. They provide tips on how to release these hormones, such as getting sunlight,...