Fear begins deep in the brain. The amygdala, buried within the temporal lobe, acts as an alarm system, detecting threats and ...

Researchers in Spain have identified a small cluster of overactive brain cells in the amygdala that can trigger anxiety and ...

Modern life bombards us with constant stressors that trigger our body's fight-or-flight response, leaving millions searching ...

Naming your emotions before stressful moments helps calm your brain and improve decision-making. Acknowledging feelings can ...

Research by Stephen Porges, Ph.D. has found that when another person is empathically attuned, he or she sends signals to us that unconsciously calm us. To automatically control stress when flying, we ...

A scientist explains how the brain works to flip a fear into a thrill and offers advice to parents of youngsters who might not yet be ready for the experience.

Even the most confident speakers find ways to distance themselves from their audience. It’s how our brains are programmed, so how can we overcome it? Human generosity. The key to calming the amygdala ...