Now, a new study found that the more recently evolved and advanced parts of the human brain used for socializing are well ...

In the study, the amygdala's declining response was so pronounced with every lie that researchers were able to accurately predict how dishonest participants would be in the next trials.

The amygdala is a part of the brain important for emotional responses, especially fear. It is thought to be important in anxiety disorders. A new UC Davis study reveals new cell types in different ...