All In The Mind

For some people certain sounds not only annoy them, but send them into panic, anxiety, and even rage. This hyper-sensitivity is a recently discovered condition called misophonia. We discuss the the research trying make sense of it.

A good night's sleep is divided into cycles, some of which are REM, or Rapid Eye Movement sleep—and may be important for memory.

People with autism often have difficulty with social interaction. In a candid and poignant interview, spokesperson John Elder Robison shares his experience of living with autism.

Stroke can happen at any age—knowing the signs and how to act can be vital.

The evidence now being found about the vital role of attention and engagement in effective classrooms.

We all know the importance of having a healthy self esteem, but what happens when it gets out of hand?

Researchers are finding new clues to early identification of autism, and computer games to help autistic kids unlock their true potential.

Science is now showing an interesting connection between highly creative people and mental illness.

The brain is a complex organ which may be at the centre of all human experience—but is it really all it’s cracked up to be? A neuroscientist and stand-up comedian from the UK calls it ‘The Idiot Brain’.

In the ancient world mental disturbance was explained in religious terms or by the action of evil spirits—we look at the cultural history of insanity for insights into modern-day treatment.