Behavior and Behavior Mechanisms: News and Research on Behavior and Behavior Mechanisms

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Are right‑brained people really more creative?

Are you logical, detail-oriented or good with numbers? You must be "left-brained." Creative, artistic and intuitive? You must be "right-brained." Personality quizzes and career advice passed down through generations have ...

Studies examine tobacco use in Native communities

Two studies examining commercial tobacco use in Native American communities underscore the importance of culturally responsive prevention and a deeper understanding of how substance use fits into people's everyday lives.

What happens in the brain when cannabis generates anxiety?

For the first time, Northwestern scientists have identified a set of neurons that play a role in generating anxiety after exposure to cannabinoid drugs, especially under stressful conditions. Cannabinoids are a class of substances ...

Study shows how music may help tackle addiction

New research has found evidence that music can alter how the brain processes emotions in people receiving treatment for drug and alcohol addiction and reduce their cravings.

Higher GLP-1 costs lead to lower adherence

Semaglutides, or GLP-1s, can produce substantial weight loss if individuals adhere to their doctor's instructions. But a new study from the University of Georgia suggests patients aren't taking the weight loss medication ...

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