In a new study, researchers found that type 2 diabetes can “rewire" the brain in ways similar to early Alzheimer’s disease.

The anterior cingulate cortex, or ACC, is a part of the brain involved in higher-level thinking and emotional processing. It plays a key role in decision-making and motivation, as well as monitoring ...

A new study shows that brain connectivity patterns, especially in the dorsal anterior cingulate cortex, can help predict how ...

Three regions, in particular, play key roles: the anterior cingulate cortex, the prefrontal cortex and the insula. The anterior cingulate cortex and the prefrontal cortex are part of a network ...

We often assume empathy is always good. But neuroscience tells a more nuanced—and potentially life-changing—story.

Finding the right antidepressant treatment can be a frustrating, time-consuming process—one that often requires individuals ...

Using mice, the team found that specialized cells in an area just behind the frontal lobe called the anterior cingulate cortex selectively respond to itch or pain, while others seem to respond to ...

The brain's struggle with multitasking leads to cognitive fatigue and errors. Monotasking techniques can improve focus and productivity in work and education.