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The 'Popcorn Brain' Phenomenon Is Easily Explained By Science

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 19:25:00 +0000

The constant state of distraction is also known as "popcorn brain," and it's becoming more prevalent nowadays. That's no coincidence, and science explains why.

Long-Term Side Effects Of Aleve That Aren't Widely Discussed

staff@sciencing.com (Kristeen Cherney) — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 16:25:00 +0000

Aleve, or naproxen, is a common NSAID used for pain relief, but constant usage can cause some nasty side effects in various parts of the body.

Mystery Or Myth: Are People Really Left-Brained Or Right-Brained?

staff@sciencing.com (Robin Oliverio) — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 14:25:00 +0000

People are thought to be left- or right-brained, depending on their personality. While that assumption is based on some history, the reality is more complex.

The 'Second Wind' Phenomenon Is Easily Explained By Science

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 10:25:00 +0000

You might have noticed that you experience a sudden burst of energy late in the day - a convenient rush that also happens to be perfectly natural.

Screen Time Is Doing A Lot More To Gen Alpha's Brains Than Scientists Expected

staff@sciencing.com (Robin Oliverio) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 19:25:00 +0000

Screens have changed our world, but they're inherently changing us, too. Nowhere is that clearer than in the psychology of the younger generations.

Long-Term Side Effects Of Adderall That Aren't Widely Discussed

staff@sciencing.com (Kristeen Cherney) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 16:25:00 +0000

Adderall is known as a medication for ADHD, but some studies have shown that it can have various long-term effects on your mental and physical well-being.

What It Means When An Egg Has Double Yolks

staff@sciencing.com (Elaine Todd) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 14:25:00 +0000

If you regularly include eggs as part of your diet, you may have come across an egg with two yolks in it at some point, so how does this happen?

NASA's 'Lost Asteroid' Didn't Hit Earth In 2024 - But What If It Did?

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 10:25:00 +0000

NASA lost track of an asteroid back in 2007, and in 2024, that same asteroid could have hit Earth. It passed by harmlessly, but what if it hadn't?

The Creepy, Unsettling Nature Of Liminal Spaces Is Easily Explained By Science

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:25:00 +0000

There are places and times that feel unsettlingly between one moment and the next, these liminal spaces can be off-putting and science can explain why.

Scientists' Crucial Ocean Equipment Is Getting Dismantled, Threatening Climate Research

staff@sciencing.com (Daniel Meagher) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:25:00 +0000

For the past decade a vital array of oceanic sensors have been monitoring global climate data, but the government is currently dismantling them.

Your Body Odor Reveals More About Your Health Than You Realize

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:25:00 +0000

Body odor is a normal thing, but it's also a surprising indicator of your well-being, whether short-term stress or serious, long-term health conditions.

Long Term Side Effects Of Blue Light That Aren't Widely Discussed

staff@sciencing.com (Robin Oliverio) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 19:25:00 +0000

With the overwhelming prevalence of screens, blue light is everywhere, all the time. Unfortunately, that's not a good thing, directly affecting the body.

The One Problem With Air Travel Scientists Still Can't Figure Out

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:25:00 +0000

Air travel is a question of physics, but aerodynamic processes can still get messy. In fact, this very common problem is surprisingly hard to fully understand.

Gross Things That Happen If You Don't Poop For A Week

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:25:00 +0000

Pooping is pretty gross, but it turns out not pooping is actually even more gross, as denying your body's natural processes can cause quite a few problems.

The Difference Between Morning People And Night Owls Is Easily Explained By Science

staff@sciencing.com (Kristeen Cherney) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:25:00 +0000

Some people get up early and some people like to stay up late, and there can be a biological difference between the two which science can explain.

The Long-Term Prozac Side Effects Many People Don't Expect

staff@sciencing.com (Kristeen Cherney) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:25:00 +0000

Prozac is a commonly used SSRI often used to treat depression and other mental health conditions, but it does come with potential side effects in the long term.

Science Fiction Vs. Science Fact: The Potential Of Starfield's Helium-3 As A Resource

staff@sciencing.com (Mina Nakatani) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:25:00 +0000

Bethesda's "Starfield" paints a picture of space that's heavy on mining – and which might be surprisingly accurate, at least where energy sources are involved.

Why Death By A Cigarette Snail Is One Of The Worst Ways To Die

staff@sciencing.com (Robin Oliverio) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:25:00 +0000

The natural world is replete with gruesome ways for us to die, but among the many, death by cigarette snail surely sits near the top of the list.

Not Diet, Not Exercise: Scientists Say This Activity Boosts Long-Term Mental Health

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:25:00 +0000

There are a number of ways to keep up your mental health, but just a bit of reflection makes this particular activity among the most helpful.

The Kids Who Built Nuclear Reactors At Home

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 19:25:00 +0000

Nuclear science isn't an easy thing, particularly building a working reactor, but there are a small handful of adolescents who have pulled it off.