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June 1, 2024
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May 30, 2024 — A new study found a distinct relationship between sleep duration, social media usage, and brain activation across brain regions that are key for executive control and reward ...
May 30, 2024 — A new study found that better sleep health was associated with lower levels of loneliness, and this association was stronger among younger ...
May 30, 2024 — A new study demonstrates that when individuals with obstructive sleep apnea use their positive airway pressure machine more regularly, it benefits their relationship with their ...
May 31, 2024 — Researchers have identified a neurodevelopmental disorder, caused by mutations in a single gene, that affects tens of thousands of people worldwide. The findings will improve clinical diagnostic ...
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May 31, 2024 — Scientists have studied the main source of serotonin in the brain -- the dorsal raphe nucleus (DRN). By studying how activating the brain's ...
May 31, 2024 — Some 13% of older adults are diagnosed with traumatic brain injury (TBI), according to a new study. These injuries are typically caused by falls from ground level. Researchers followed about 9,200 ...
May 30, 2024 — A new study is one of the first explorations of prescribing patterns of tricyclic antidepressants for treatment of diabetic peripheral neuropathy at ...
May 29, 2024 — While older drugs for epilepsy, taken while pregnant, have been shown in previous research to affect the creative thinking of children, a new study finds no effects on creativity for children born to ...
May 29, 2024 — Interprofessional research study found that family caregivers of older adults living with dementia experienced a 15% drop in stress after a 9-week ...
May 29, 2024 — Researchers have, for the first time, visualized the full network of blood vessels across the cortex of awake mice, finding that blood vessels rhythmically expand and contract leading to 'waves' ...
May 29, 2024 — People who report early memory problems and whose partners also suspect they have memory problems have higher levels of tau tangles in the brain, a biomarker associated with Alzheimer's ...
May 29, 2024 — Researchers have successfully tested a novel technique for probing deep into the human brain, without surgery, for potential therapeutic purposes. In ...
May 23, 2024 — One-sided relationships with YouTubers are more emotionally fulfilling than talking to casual friends, a new study ...
May 22, 2024 — Researchers have found that a specific pattern of brain activity, known as 'sharp-wave ripples,' is associated with thoughts that wander from the present situation. This activity begins in the ...
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May 29, 2024 — Over the past few decades, there has been a significant increase in the prevalence of depression in adolescents and young adults -- and a simultaneous uptick in the inclusion of technology and social ...
May 28, 2024 — Researchers have demonstrated how B cells infected with the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) can contribute to a pathogenic, inflammatory phenotype that contributes to multiple sclerosis (MS); the group has ...
May 28, 2024 — A baby's exposure to air pollution while in the womb is associated with the development of certain mental health problems once the infant reaches adolescence, new research has found. The study ...
May 28, 2024 — An international research group succeeded in identifying the probable origin of stuttering in the ...
May 28, 2024 — New research finds that binge-eating disorder symptoms may persist longer than once believed, finding 61 percent and 45 percent of individuals still experienced binge-eating disorder 2.5 and 5 years ...
May 28, 2024 — Regular high caffeine consumption affects dopamine function in patients with Parkinson's disease, shows a new international study. Caffeine consumption before undergoing diagnostic brain ...
May 28, 2024 — Thousands of Australians struggle with serious mental health conditions. But when the recommended treatment involves antipsychotic medications, the side effects are excess kilos, which only adds ...
May 27, 2024 — Researchers made a significant breakthrough in Alzheimer's disease research by identifying a novel way to potentially slow down or even halt disease progression. The study, which focuses on the ...
May 24, 2024 — New genetic tool could help investigate brain function and psychiatric ...
May 23, 2024 — A groundbreaking study has unveiled the most detailed view of the complex biological mechanisms underlying autism, showing the first link between genetic risk of the disorder to observed cellular and ...
May 23, 2024 — Researchers uncovered 214,516 unique isoforms in the developing neocortex -- over 70% of which have not been previously ...
May 23, 2024 — A consortium of researchers has produced the largest and most advanced multidimensional maps of gene regulation networks in the brains of people with and without mental disorders. These maps detail ...
Psychedelic Drug-Induced Hyperconnectivity in the Brain Helps Clarify Altered Subjective Experiences
May 23, 2024 — A new study shows that the use of psilocybin, a compound found in the widely known 'magic mushrooms,' initiates a pattern of hyperconnectivity in the brain linked to the ego-modifying ...
May 23, 2024 — Researchers analyzed multi-omic data from 231 people with PTSD or depression to uncover distinct molecular differences that might affect systems such as the nervous and immune systems, to contribute ...
May 23, 2024 — New research provides a map for how the genes known to increase risk of schizophrenia affect specific cells within the brain -- information researchers hope can drive the development of new, ...
May 23, 2024 — A new analysis has revealed detailed information about genetic variation in brain cells that could open new avenues for the targeted treatment of diseases such as schizophrenia and Alzheimer's ...
May 23, 2024 — An exploration into the national U.S. dataset on children ever diagnosed with ADHD has revealed an 'ongoing and ever-expanding' public health ...
May 23, 2024 — A recently completed study demonstrates that mental disorders may be transmitted between individuals within social networks. The finding was the most evident in the case of mood, anxiety and eating ...
May 23, 2024 — A new study finds key differences in the development of the cortex between autistic boys and girls ages 2-13. The study found sex-specific changes in the thickness of the outer layer of the brain, ...
May 22, 2024 — People who eat more ultra-processed foods like soft drinks, chips and cookies may have a higher risk of having memory and thinking problems and having a stroke than those who eat fewer processed ...
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
Tuesday, May 28, 2024
- Mechanisms for Selective Multiple Sclerosis Treatment Strategy
- Prenatal Exposure to Air Pollution Associated With Increased Mental Health Risks
- Researchers Have Located the Brain Network Responsible for Stuttering
- Binge-Eating Disorder Not as Transient as Previously Thought
- Caffeine Affects Brain Dopamine Function in Patients With Parkinson's Disease
- Weight Gain Is Kicked to the Curb in Antipsychotic Drug Breakthrough
Monday, May 27, 2024
Friday, May 24, 2024
Thursday, May 23, 2024
- Groundbreaking Study Connects Genetic Risk for Autism to Changes Observed in the Brain
- Sequencing of the Developing Human Brain Uncovers Hundreds of Thousands of New Gene Transcripts
- Scientists Map Networks Regulating Gene Function in the Human Brain
- Psychedelic Drug-Induced Hyperconnectivity in the Brain Helps Clarify Altered Subjective Experiences
- Researchers Unveil Shared and Unique Brain Molecular Dysregulations in PTSD and Depression
- Study Uncovers Cell Type-Specific Genetic Insights Underlying Schizophrenia
- Tracking the Cellular and Genetic Roots of Neuropsychiatric Disease
- Approximately One in Nine U.S. Children Diagnosed With ADHD, as New National Study Highlights an 'ever-Expanding' Public Health Concern
- Mental Disorders May Spread in Young People's Social Networks
- Key Differences in Brain Development Between Autistic Boys and Girls
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
- Eating More Ultra-Processed Foods Tied to Cognitive Decline, Stroke, According to Study
- Subtle Cognitive Decline Precedes End to Driving for Older Adults
- Scientists Uncover New Molecular Drivers of Alzheimer's
- Brain Connectivity Patterns Differ in Infants at Familial Risk for Autism
- What Factors Predict When Older Adults Will Stop Driving?
- New Method for Diagnosing Sleep Disorders in Children
- Flicker Stimulation Shines in Clinical Trial for Epilepsy
- One in Two Children With ADHD Experience Emotional Problems
- Ancient Viral DNA in the Human Genome Linked to Major Psychiatric Disorders
- New Weapon Against Dementia
- Naturally Occurring Substance in Pomegranates Can Improve Treatment of Alzheimer's Disease
- Transitioning Gender Identities Is Not Linked With Depression
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
- Cortex's Self-Organizing Abilities in Neural Development
- Climbing the Social Ladder May Slow Dementia
Monday, May 20, 2024
- 'I Feel Like I'm Alice in Wonderland': Why Nightmares and 'daymares' Could Be Early Warning Signs of Autoimmune Disease
- Exercise Spurs Neuron Growth and Rewires the Brain, Helping Mice Forget Traumatic and Addictive Memories
- Brain 'assembloids' Mimic Human Blood-Brain Barrier
Friday, May 17, 2024
Thursday, May 16, 2024
- Different Brain Structures in Females Lead to More Severe Cognitive Deficits After Concussion Than Males
- New Gene Delivery Vehicle Shows Promise for Human Brain Gene Therapy
- Singing Repairs the Language Network of the Brain After a Cerebrovascular Accident
- Very Early Blood Pressure Control Confers Both Benefits and Harms in Acute Stroke
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
- 'Trojan Horse' Weight Loss Drug More Effective Than Available Therapies
- Climate Change Likely to Aggravate Brain Conditions
- Research Sheds Light on How Proteins Linked to Alzheimer's Disease Influence Neuronal Growth
- Drug Compounds to Combat Neurodegenerative Diseases
- Alzheimer's Disease Without Symptoms: How Is That Possible?
- An Astrocytic pH Regulator That Can Repair the Blood-Brain Barrier and Reverse Brain Damage Caused by Ischemic Stroke
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
- Study Links Sleep Apnea Severity During REM Stage to Verbal Memory Decline
- Artificial Intelligence Tool Detects Male-Female-Related Differences in Brain Structure
- Giving Lessons to Your Teenage-Self Could Boost Your Wellbeing
- Some Brain Cells Age Faster and Are More Prevalent in Alzheimer's
- Innovative 'mini-Brains' Could Revolutionize Alzheimer's Treatment
Monday, May 13, 2024
- Potential Power and Pitfalls of Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Sleep Medicine
- Study Reveals Patients With Brain Injuries Who Died After Withdrawal of Life Support May Have Recovered
Friday, May 10, 2024
- Metabolism of Autism Reveals Developmental Origins
- How the Brain Is Flexible Enough for a Complex World (Without Being Thrown Into Chaos)
Thursday, May 9, 2024
- A Fragment of Human Brain, Mapped in Exquisite Detail
- Brain Mechanisms Underlying Sensory Hypersensitivity in a Mouse Model of Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Study Shows Heightened Sensitivity to PTSD in Autism
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
- 'Wraparound' Implants Represent New Approach to Treating Spinal Cord Injuries
- Teens Who View Their Homes as More Chaotic Than Their Siblings Have Poorer Mental Health in Adulthood
- New Guidelines for Depression Care Emphasize Patient-Centred Approach
- Children Sleep Problems Associated With Psychosis in Young Adults
- Researchers Say Future Is Bright for Treating Substance Abuse Through Mobile Health Technologies
- Faster Approach for Starting Extended-Release Naltrexone to Treat Opioid Use Disorder Shown Effective
- More Than 321,000 U.S. Children Lost a Parent to Drug Overdose from 2011 to 2021
- Childhood Maltreatment Responsible for Up to 40 Percent of Mental Health Conditions
- How Psychedelic Drugs Interact With Serotonin Receptors to Potentially Produce Therapeutic Benefits
- Pressure to Be 'perfect' Causing Burnout for Parents, Mental Health Concerns for Their Children
- 'Mathematical Microscope' Reveals Novel, Energy-Efficient Mechanism of Working Memory That Works Even During Sleep
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
- Why Getting in Touch With Our 'gerbil Brain' Could Help Machines Listen Better
- Genetics, Not Lack of Oxygen, Causes Cerebral Palsy in Quarter of Cases
- New Device That Emits Magnetic Field May Offer Hope for Treating Depression
Monday, May 6, 2024
- Human 'neural Compass' Pinpointed in New Study
- Self-Critical Perfectionism Gnaws on Students' Well-Being Already in Lower Secondary School
- Contract Treatment Reduces Recidivism and Substance-Related Adverse Health Events
- New Study Reveals Age-Related Brain Changes Influence Recovery After Stroke
Thursday, May 2, 2024
- Low Intensity Light to Fight the Effects of Chronic Stress
- How the Brain's Arousal Center Helps Control Visual Attention Too
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
- Research Breakthrough on Birth Defect Affecting Brain Size
- Sleep Resets Brain Connections -- But Only for First Few Hours
- Scientists Identify New Brain Circuit in Mice That Controls Body's Inflammatory Reactions
- Nutrient Research Reveals Pathway for Treating Brain Disorders
- Virtual Reality Environment for Teens May Offer an Accessible, Affordable Way to Reduce Stress
- A Blood Test for Stroke Risk? Biomarker for Risk of Future Cerebrovascular Disease
- Brief Anger May Impair Blood Vessel Function
- Women Are 40% More Likely to Experience Depression During the Perimenopause
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
- Breakthrough in Complex Pain Management
- Student Links Worm Behavior to Brain Disease
- An Omega-6 Fatty Acid May Reduce the Risk for Bipolar Disorder
- Researchers Target Neurogenesis in New Approach to Treat Parkinson's Disease
Friday, April 26, 2024
- Pregnancy Cytokine Levels Impact Fetal Brain Development and Offspring Behavior
- Air Pollution and Depression Linked With Heart Disease Deaths in Middle-Aged Adults
- Robotic Nerve 'cuffs' Could Help Treat a Range of Neurological Conditions
Thursday, April 25, 2024
- RNA Modification Is Responsible for the Disruption of Mitochondrial Protein Synthesis in Alzheimer's Disease
- Nanomaterial That Mimics Proteins Could Be Basis for New Neurodegenerative Disease Treatments
- Physical Activity in Nature Helps Prevent Several Diseases, Including Depression and Type 2 Diabetes
- Genetic Variations May Predispose People to Parkinson's Disease Following Long-Term Pesticide Exposure, Study Finds
- National Trial Safely Scaled Back Prescribing of a Powerful Antipsychotic for the Elderly