Actor and writer Natasha Rothwell takes the stage for “On the Spot,” TED’s rapid-fire Q&A format. Answering a stream of unexpected questions, she dishes on everything from creativity and representation in TV to love, the first “pinch me”...

There's an invisible health threat right under our feet, says investigative journalist Yvette Cabrera. She digs into the pervasive problem of lead contamination in soil — a particular risk for children in cities — and shares her action...

For some people who stop taking an SSRI or SNRI antidepressant, they can get a weird side effect called brain zaps. And even though we've known about them for decades, we still don't know exactly why brain zaps happen.

You may have heard that there's an ongoing shortage of the medication Adderall. But there's a lot more going on here than you may expect, and the real culprit behind the shortage isn't what you might think.

Inattentional blindness is a phenomenon where we can be so focused on a given task, we completely miss some pretty bizarre object cross our line of vision. Like a gorilla in the middle of a basketball game. But exactly why it happens is...

You all had some questions that you really wanted answers to over the years, so we’ve compiled a bunch of the most popular videos answering those questions together in one place!

Researchers have noticed some trends in the relationship between academic performance and noise. Spoiler alert: it doesn’t sound good.

Scientists are researching the effects that frequent social media use might be having on developing minds, and we're on the verge of colorful X-ray images, which might reveal more than their black and white predecessors

People with ADHD often have problems getting to sleep, but is it the ADHD symptoms that causes the lack of sleep or lack of sleep that cause ADHD symptoms?

Neurofeedback therapy claims to help you change behaviors by monitoring your brain waves - but how does that actually work? And what does the science behind it look like?

For a long time, most people saw ADHD as “a boy thing.” Today, that mindset has started to shift, but even now, studies report that males get diagnosed significantly more often than females. So, what’s going on?

Earlier this year, fidget spinners claimed their place as the hot new fad of 2017. Some people, however, claim that fidget toys could help people manage symptoms of anxiety and ADHD.

Attention isn't just about what we focus on -- it's also about what our brains filter out. By investigating patterns in the brain as people try to focus, computational neuroscientist Mehdi Ordikhani-Seyedlar hopes to build computer...

It seems like stimulants and hyperactivity shouldn't mix, so why are they so often prescribed to treat ADHD?

Howcast -Is your child high spirited and unfocused -- or suffering from Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder? These ADHD guidelines will help you decide if a checkup is in order.

Some of the symptoms associated with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can become more pronounced with age, while others grow more subtle. These guidelines will help you determine if you or a loved one have a problem.

Can people with bipolar disorder take stimulants to treat ADHD? This video addresses this common question, including how stimulants can affect mood stability and the careful management required to balance treatment for both conditions.

In this video, Jordan, a PhD student at MIT who runs a channel about AI, discusses the use of AI tools in her workflow. Originally intending to discuss six game-changing AI tools for her ADHD, she found that fewer tools than expected...

Unlock the secrets of circadian rhythms and their impact on mental health with Dr. Tracey Marks, a psychiatrist. Discover why bipolar disorder and ADHD are profoundly affected by a disrupted body clock. Learn about clock genes, sleep...

Psychiatrist Dr. Tracey Marks explains the top 4 mental health conditions with the highest heritability (greatest genetic influence). She discusses what heritability means, the role of environmental triggers, and how knowing your family...

Discover the hidden truth about ADHD in women. This video explores the unique ways ADHD symptoms manifest in females, often leading to misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis. Learn how inattentiveness, disorganization, and emotional...

This video explores the often overlooked connection between air pollution and mental health. We'll delve into the latest research, discussing how toxins in the air can affect your mood, cognitive function, and overall well-being. Learn...

Brain fog, forgetfulness, memory problems... Is it ADHD, depression, or even early signs of dementia? In this video, we'll unravel the mystery behind memory loss and mental health, explore the surprising connections between ADHD,...

This video explores the top 5 unexpected conditions that are commonly mistaken for Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). It delves into the similarities and differences between BPD and conditions like ADHD, Autism, C-PTSD, Bipolar...