That’s an audio clip recorded by scientists last summer under the icy waters of Northwest Greenland. “If we want to describe what animals are doing, we first better understand what sounds are telling ...

Oct. 12, 2012 -- The sound of nails on a chalkboard or screams may send shivers down the spine for a good reason. A new study shows annoying sounds trigger a highly emotional response in the brain.

Chronic back pain changes brain responses, making everyday sounds feel more distressing than physical pressure.

While many of us may find the sounds of chewing or breathing off-putting, for some they're unbearable -- and new research has shown their brains are going into overdrive. While many of us may find the ...