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March 19, 2025
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Mar. 18, 2025 — Marijuana is now legal in many places, but is it safe? Two new studies add to mounting evidence that people who use cannabis are more likely to suffer a heart attack than people who do not use the drug, even among younger and otherwise healthy ...
Mar. 18, 2025 — Researchers discovered distinct molecular differences in how the brain processes directly experienced versus witnessed trauma -- a finding that could lead to more targeted treatments for ...
Mar. 12, 2025 — We're all familiar with Pavlovian conditioning, in which a reward-anticipatory behavior follows a reward-predicting stimulus. Perhaps you experience it yourself when passing a cafe or restaurant and catching a whiff of something delectable. Behind ...
Mar. 17, 2025 — Researchers have developed a powerful AI tool, built on the same transformer architecture used by large language models like ChatGPT, to process an entire night's sleep. To date, it is one of the ...
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Mar. 17, 2025 — Researchers have detailed the precise mechanism through which the inflammatory signaling molecule IL-12 contributes to Alzheimer's ...
Mar. 17, 2025 — Early-life adversity affects more than half of the world's children and is a significant risk factor for cognitive and mental health problems later in life. In an extensive and up-to-the-minute ...
Mar. 17, 2025 — A new analysis led by surgeons finds that psychological prehabilitation can significantly enhance recovery after surgery. The study found that psychological prehabilitation significantly reduces the ...
Mar. 12, 2025 — Neuroscientists have found a link between vocal changes and the aging brain in zebra finch songbirds, which could help lead to earlier diagnoses for ...
Mar. 14, 2025 — Researchers have revealed a new scientific clue that could unlock the key cellular pathway leading to devastating neurodegenerative diseases like ...
Mar. 14, 2025 — When the brain doesn't know what to expect we perceive pain to be worse, a new study shows. The study may help shape more effective ways to manage pain in the ...
Mar. 14, 2025 — The oxytocin system -- which helps release breast milk and strengthens the bond between mother and baby -- may be affected during breastfeeding in ...
Mar. 14, 2025 — Researchers have deepened our understanding of two of the five members of the CDKL family of genes, CDKL2 and CDKL1. They show that variants in these ...
Mar. 13, 2025 — A person's 'bioenergetic age' -- or how youthfully their cells generate energy -- might be a key indicator of whether they're at risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, new research shows. The study ...
Mar. 13, 2025 — Researchers have made a huge leap forward in the fight against Parkinson's disease, solving a decades-long mystery. In a major breakthrough, they have been able to see the human PINK1 protein and how ...
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Mar. 13, 2025 — A study shows that high-grade glioma tumor cells harboring DNA alterations in the gene PDGFRA responded to the drug avapritinib, which is already approved by the United States Food and Drug ...
Mar. 13, 2025 — Neuroscientists have shown that experiencing nature can alleviate acute physical pain. Surprisingly, simply watching nature videos was enough to relieve pain. Using functional magnetic resonance ...
Mar. 13, 2025 — Researchers have found a new way to more precisely detect and monitor brain cell activity during deep brain stimulation, a common treatment for movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease and ...
Mar. 13, 2025 — Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) can be an early indicator of Alzheimer's disease or dementia, so identifying those with cognitive issues early could lead to interventions and better outcomes. ...
Mar. 13, 2025 — New research shows that people with eating disorders are more harshly judged than those suffering from depression, making it much harder for them to seek ...
Mar. 12, 2025 — New research expands on current understanding of the brain chemical dopamine, finding that it plays a role in reducing the value of memories associated with rewards. The study opens new avenues for ...
Mar. 12, 2025 — For college athletes with concussion, brain changes may remain visible in brain scans up to a year after they are cleared to return to play, according to a new ...
Mar. 12, 2025 — 'Fake it till you make it' might be common advice to climb the corporate ladder, but new research shows that this attitude could also adversely affect job satisfaction and mental ...
Mar. 12, 2025 — As many as half of nursing home residents are cognitively impaired and may be unable to communicate symptoms such as pain or anxiety to those caring for them. Therefore, information needed for the ...
Mar. 11, 2025 — For people with a certain sleep disorder, a simple blood test could help predict the development of dementia years before symptoms appear, a new study indicates. Idiopathic REM sleep behavior ...
Mar. 10, 2025 — The herb rosemary has long been linked with memory: 'There's rosemary, that's for remembrance,' says Ophelia in Shakespeare's Hamlet. So it is fitting that researchers would ...
Mar. 10, 2025 — In multiple sclerosis (MS), antibodies to the common Epstein-Barr virus can accidentally attack a protein in the brain and spinal cord. New research shows that the combination of certain viral ...
Mar. 10, 2025 — A research team has uncovered key insights into how the brain processes others' distress. Using miniature endoscopic calcium imaging, the researchers identified specific neural ensembles in the ...
Mar. 10, 2025 — A novel analysis of more than 375 published studies concluded that the association between chronic pain and rates of depression and anxiety is staggering. The study found that 40% of adults with ...
Mar. 10, 2025 — A recent study suggests that limiting screen time and promoting physical activity from childhood may help safeguard mental health in adolescence. The findings are particularly significant given that ...
Mar. 9, 2025 — A recently launched Phase 1 clinical trial is examining the safety and feasibility of a groundbreaking treatment approach for Parkinson's disease in which a patient's stem cells are ...
Mar. 6, 2025 — Researchers have used a new brain-mapping technique to identify memory-related brain cells vulnerable to protein buildup, a key factor in the development of Alzheimer's disease, an incurable, ...
Mar. 6, 2025 — A new study suggests a promising alternative to previous attempts to remove the sticky, toxic amyloid beta plaques from brains with Alzheimer's Disease: enhancing the brain's own immune ...
Mar. 6, 2025 — Exposure to high ambient temperatures is associated with lower connectivity in three brain networks in preadolescents, suggesting that heat may impact brain ...
Mar. 6, 2025 — Individuals with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), a condition characterized by daily excessive worry lasting at least six months, have a high relapse rate even after receiving treatment. ...
Thursday, March 13, 2025
- Re-Purposed FDA-Approved Drug Could Help Treat High-Grade Glioma
- Nature Relieves Physical Pain: Pain-Related Signals in the Brain Are Reduced
- Thinking Outside the Box: Uncovering a Novel Approach to Brainwave Monitoring
- Can AI Help Detect Cognitive Impairment?
- Depressing Findings for Those Suffering from Eating Disorders
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
- Dopamine's Unexpected Role in Memory Devaluation
- Do Brain Changes Remain After Recovery from Concussion?
- New Research Explores Mental Health Costs of Emotional Labor at Work
- Assessing Pain, Anxiety and Other Symptoms of Nursing Home Residents Unable to Speak for Themselves
Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Monday, March 10, 2025
- Compound Found in Common Herbs Inspires Potential Anti-Inflammatory Drug for Alzheimer's Disease
- Genes Combined With Immune Response to Epstein-Barr Virus Increase MS Risk
- Decoding the Neural Basis of Affective Empathy: How the Brain Feels Others' Pain
- Worldwide Study Finds High Rates of Depression and Anxiety in People With Chronic Pain
- Limiting Screen Time Protects Children's Mental Health
Sunday, March 9, 2025
Thursday, March 6, 2025
- Brain Mapping Unlocks Key Alzheimer's Insights
- Alzheimer's Treatment May Lie in the Brain's Own Cleanup Crew
- High Temperatures Could Affect Brain Function in Preadolescents
- AI May Help Clinicians Personalize Treatment for Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
- Repurposed ALS Drug Becomes Imaging Probe to Help Diagnose Neurodegeneration
- Over-the-Counter Pain Relievers Linked to Improved Recovery from Concussion
- Does Getting ADHD Drugs Via Telehealth Increase Addiction Risk?
- When You Get Hurt Matters: Circadian Rhythms Affect Muscle Repair
- Stressed Out? It May Increase the Risk of Stroke
- For Some, Childhood Adversity Can Promote Resilience to Anxiety Disorders
- The Pupil as a Window Into the Sleeping Brain
- The Art of Well-Being: Group Activities Shown to Ease Depression and Anxiety in Older Adults
- Should I Stay or Should I Go? Brain Switchboard Found
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
- Consumer Devices Can Be Used to Assess Brain Health
- New Research Shows Impact of Anxiety and Apathy on Decision-Making
- How the Brain Distinguishes Between Pain and Itch
- Nearly 4 of 10 Americans Report Sports-Related Mistreatment
Monday, March 3, 2025
- Don't Let This Stress You out
- It's Not Just What You Say -- It's Also How You Say It
- Sleep Patterns May Reveal Comatose Patients With Hidden Consciousness
- Evidence Expanding That 40Hz Gamma Stimulation Promotes Brain Health
- ChatGPT on the Couch? How to Calm a Stressed-out AI
- Chronic Diseases Misdiagnosed as Psychosomatic Can Lead to Long Term Damage to Physical and Mental Wellbeing, Study Finds
Friday, February 28, 2025
Thursday, February 27, 2025
- How Air Pollution and Wildfire Smoke May Contribute to Memory Loss in Alzheimer's Disease
- Physical Activity Linked to Lower Risk of Dementia, Sleep Disorders, Other Diseases
- New 4D Brain Map Reveals Potential Early Warning Signs of Multiple Sclerosis
- Scientists Discover Key Protein in Resilience to Stress
- Nasal Spray Shows Preclinical Promise for Treating Traumatic Brain Injury
- Neurons Gather Together for Vision
- Researchers Challenge Textbook Ideas of How the Brain Specifies Movement
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
- A New Path to Recovery: Scientists Uncover Key Brain Circuit in the Fight Against Cocaine Use Disorder
- Blood Test Could Lead to Better Diagnosis and Management of ALS
- Nuns Contribute 30 Years of Critical Insight Into Dementia Disorders
- Schizophrenia Is Reflected in the Brain Structure
- New AI-Powered Tool Could Enhance Traumatic Brain Injury Investigations in Forensics and Law Enforcement
- Genetic Risk of Schizophrenia Affects Men and Women Differently
- AI Accelerates Discovery of Neurodevelopmental Disorder-Associated Genes
- Unraveling the Brain's Hidden Motor Modules
- Researchers Identify Potential Link Between Retinal Changes, Alzheimer's Disease
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
- Immune Cells May Lead to More Parkinson's Cases in Men
- Screening and Treating Maternal Psychological Health Key to Improving Cardiovascular Health
- Researchers Discover 16 New Alzheimer's Disease Susceptibility Genes
- We Need a New Definition of Dyslexia, Research Says
- Misplaced Neurons Disrupt Wiring of the Brain
- Clashing With Classmates: Off-Putting Traits Spark Enemy Relationships
- Antidepressants Linked to Faster Cognitive Decline in Dementia, Study Suggests
Monday, February 24, 2025
- New AI Model Measures How Fast the Brain Ages
- How Humans Learn to Optimize Working Memory
- AI to Diagnose 'invisible' Brain Abnormalities in Children With Epilepsy
Friday, February 21, 2025
- Breathing and Vision May Be Linked
- Co-Prescribed Stimulants, Opioids Linked to Higher Opioid Doses
- Impacts of Workplace Bullying on Sleep Can Be 'contagious' Between Partners
Thursday, February 20, 2025
- Child ADHD Risk Linked to Mother's Use of Acetaminophen
- Blood Pressure Drug Could Be a Safer Alternative for Treating ADHD Symptoms
- Small Amounts of Moderate to Vigorous Physical Activity Are Associated With Big Reductions in Dementia Risk
- Continuing Vs. Discontinuing Opioid Medications Prescriptions for Adults With Chronic Pain
- Study Suggests New Molecular Strategy for Treating Fragile X Syndrome
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
- Mutation Increases Enzyme in Mouse Brains Linked to Schizophrenia Behaviors
- Emergency Clinicians Increase Prescriptions of Buprenorphine, Effectively Help Patients Get Started on the Path to Recovery
- Socioeconomic Factors, Unpredictability Complicate Diagnosis of Episodic Disabilities, Like Epilepsy
- 'Loot Box' Virtual Rewards Associated With Gambling and Video Game Addiction
- New Research Shows Neonatal HSV Infections May Lead to Long-Term Cognitive Impairment
Friday, February 28, 2025
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
- New Therapy Reduces Reoffending in Male Offenders With Antisocial Personality Disorder
- Multiple Sclerosis: Cell-Catching Implant Helps Identify Successful Treatment in Mice
- Newfound Circuit Better Explains How the Brain Recognizes What Is Familiar and Important
- A Single Protein May Have Helped Shape the Emergence of Spoken Language
Monday, February 17, 2025
- A Geometric Deep Learning Method for Decoding Brain Dynamics
- New Lipid Nanoparticle Platform Delivers mRNA to the Brain Through the Blood-Brain Barrier
Thursday, February 13, 2025
- Worm Study Shows Hyperactivated Neurons Cause Aging-Related Behavioral Decline
- Uncovering Novel Transcriptional Enhancers in Neuronal Development and Neuropsychiatric Disorders
- Study Maps New Brain Regions Behind Intended Speech
- Next-Gen Alzheimer's Drugs Extend Independent Living by Months
- New Genetic Mutation Linked to Alzheimer's Risk
- Scientists Find Key Differences in Male, Female Responses to Stress
- Regular Access to Therapy Dogs Boosts First-Year Students' Mental Health
- Postpartum Depression Discovery Opens Door to Blood Test, Earlier Treatment
- Researchers Identify a Brain Circuit for Creativity
- Dessert Stomach Emerges in the Brain
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
- Meet the Newly Discovered Brain Cell That Allows You to Remember Objects
- Cracking the Alzheimer's Code: How Brain Trauma Triggers Disease