The shape of your brain may strongly influence your thoughts and behavior
In chapter ten, we marveled at the number of neuronic connections in the brain-86 million! Researchers have always placed a great emphasis on this great number of connections to explain how we "think, feel and behave". New research suggests that the shape of the brain -- its size, curves and grooves -- exerts a greater influence. Here's the article: https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/brain-shape-may-influence-thoughts-behavior-rcna86938, and here's the research: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-023-06098-1.
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