Cognitive Science

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Exploring the Brain’s Protective Barrier: A Clinical Perspective

Imagine you have a bubble wrap protecting something important. Well, the blood-brain barrier is like that bubble wrap for your brain. It’s made up of special cells that control what goes in and out of the brain, keeping it safe and sound. But sometimes, this barrier can start to break down, which can cause all […]

Published on April 17, 2023

Understanding Time Perception in Chronic Tinnitus Patients

Imagine you’re waiting for your favorite band to come on stage at a concert. Seconds feel like hours as the anticipation builds. Now imagine experiencing that same feeling of time slowing down, but not for a concert – for tinnitus. Tinnitus is a condition where individuals hear ringing or buzzing sounds in their ears, sometimes […]

Published on April 17, 2023

Minimal criteria for an impurity domain of morality

Imagine the field of morality as a vast landscape, teeming with diverse territories and perspectives. However, one aspect that still raises debates among scholars is whether impurity should be considered a moral domain. In an effort to foster unity and consensus, researchers have proposed a set of minimal criteria to guide this exploration. These criteria […]

Published on April 16, 2023