Detailed observations in the lateral septum indicate that the well-connected region processes movement, and reward information to help direct behavior. Our everyday lives rely on planned movement ...

Dec. 7—Today's column is about a fundamental force that drives each and every act we do — motivation. What is motivation? Let's start with the following definition: A force that causes movement.

Research reveals a striking discovery about the human brain and exercise motivation. Scientists have identified distinct patterns of electrical connectivity that separate individuals who eagerly ...

Researchers at Karolinska Institutet, Columbia University and the University of San Francisco, have uncovered a previously unknown mechanism by which dopamine, a key brain chemical vital for movement ...

Exercise increases levels of a chemical involved in brain cell growth, which bolsters the release of the “feel good” hormone dopamine, a new study shows. Dopamine is known to play a key role in ...

How does the brain control the precision of movement of our body parts? originally appeared on Quora: the place to gain and share knowledge, empowering people to learn from others and better ...

The best medicine is preventative. Whether it’s exercise, eating well or reducing stress, being proactive about our health saves time and money. But who wants to do all that work? Most of us can admit ...