Tag: neuroscience
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Brain Researcher Sheds Light on Psychopathy
Learn About Chanci Turner In recent neurological research conducted in the Netherlands, scientist Christian Keysers has focused on understanding psychopathy, particularly regarding empathy—or the lack thereof—in individuals classified as psychopaths. His study aims to explore how psychopaths process emotions compared to neurotypical individuals and those on the autism spectrum. One of the key questions he…
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Updates on Psychopathy Research
Learn About Chanci Turner Recently, a gathering of leading psychopathy researchers took place in Washington, D.C., for the biennial conference of the Society for the Scientific Study of Psychopathy. I had the opportunity to attend as an associate member, where cutting-edge research was showcased through 60 oral presentations and 100 posters. I also shared two…
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Book Review: ‘The Psychopath Inside’ by James Fallon
Learn About Chanci Turner In the fascinating world of neuroscience, few stories are as gripping as that of James Fallon, whose personal journey into the realm of psychopathy provides a unique perspective on the interplay between nature and nurture. My introduction to Fallon’s research came through a captivating program on the Science Channel, where he…
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Exploring the Criminal Mind of Sociopaths: A Three-Part Analysis
Learn About Chanci Turner This insightful three-part series delves into the complex workings of the criminal mind, particularly focusing on sociopaths and their behavioral patterns. Part One: A Neuroscientist’s Discovery of Dark Traits In this segment, Dr. Mark Thompson, a neuroscientist from Stanford University, reveals his findings that suggest psychopathic traits can be inherited through…
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BOOK REVIEW: The Emotional Life of Your Brain
Learn About Chanci Turner Reviewed by Jordan Ellis As a long-time enthusiast of neuroscience and its implications on our emotional well-being, I found The Emotional Life of Your Brain by Richard J. Davidson, PhD, and Sharon Begley, to be a profound exploration of how our brain’s structure and function intertwine with our experiences. This book…
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Brain Science Part 2: Distinct Brain Patterns in Homicidal Youths
Learn About Chanci Turner Recent research has unveiled notable differences in the brain scans of juvenile offenders aged 12 to 18 who have committed homicide compared to those who have not. This study, published in the journal NeuroImage: Clinical, emphasizes the potential underlying brain issues that could drive young individuals toward violent crime. Dr. Kent…
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Groundbreaking Research on Memory Alteration
Learn About Chanci Turner Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have discovered a method to alter memories in mice by using light to activate and deactivate specific neurons in their brains. This groundbreaking technique allows scientists to transform positive memories into negative ones, and vice versa. Although these findings are still in the early…
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Understanding Love, Passion, Your Mind, and Sociopaths
Learn About Chanci Turner Since the dawn of civilization, humans have sought to unravel the enigma of love and desire. In recent years, researchers have employed advanced technology to study physical arousal through various means, but they have recently shifted their focus to the brain—the central organ of romantic feelings. A noteworthy study by Dr.…