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November 20, 2024
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Nov. 20, 2024 — Depression is one of the most common mental illnesses. As many as 280 million people worldwide are affected by this disease, which is why researchers have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) model that helps to identify depression based on ...
Nov. 19, 2024 — Experts have identified five elements of a brain-based condition that has emerged as a leading cause of vision impairment starting in childhood in the United States and other industrialized nations. Known as cerebral (or cortical) visual impairment ...
Nov. 19, 2024 — Common cardiovascular drugs are linked to a lower risk of dementia in older age, according to a new ...
Nov. 19, 2024 — Scientists discovered a brain circuit that allows us to regulate voluntary breathing, which connects the brain's emotional and behavioral cortical area to its automatic breathing brainstem area. The findings provide a targetable area for slowing ...
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Nov. 12, 2024 — A new model for epilepsy care provides a streamlined, multidisciplinary approach to the diagnosis and treatment of epilepsy, and combines modern digital tools, data sharing and peer ...
Nov. 19, 2024 — Psychotic-like experiences, such as suspiciousness and unusual thoughts, are common among adolescents who are referred to adolescent psychiatric ...
Nov. 19, 2024 — A recently published study found that a tiny protein called PNA5 appears to have a protective effect on brain cells, which could lead to treatments ...
Nov. 19, 2024 — A research team found that Creativity Camp, a two-week arts intervention delivered as a day camp, had a positive impact on mental health and well-being in adolescents with ...
Nov. 18, 2024 — Some parents may find it challenging to help their kids manage intense emotions. One in seven think their child gets angrier than peers of the same age and four in 10 say their child has experienced ...
Nov. 15, 2024 — In what could one day become a new treatment for epilepsy, researchers have used pulses of light to prevent seizure-like activity in ...
Nov. 18, 2024 — Fampridine is currently used to improve walking ability in multiple sclerosis. A new study shows that it could also help individuals with reduced working memory, as seen in mental health conditions ...
Nov. 18, 2024 — Scientists reveal how sleep, especially naps, boosts motor learning after TBI, offering new insights into brain activity and rehabilitation ...
Nov. 15, 2024 — Stress is a double-edged sword when it comes to memory: stressful or otherwise emotional events are usually more memorable, but stress can also make it harder for us to retrieve memories. Now, ...
Nov. 14, 2024 — Evidence has been growing to suggest that tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the main psychoactive ingredient in cannabis, poses risks to the developing ...
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Nov. 15, 2024 — Children born to mothers who take antiseizure medications to manage seizures and psychiatric conditions during pregnancy may face increased risks of neurodevelopmental conditions, according to new ...
Nov. 15, 2024 — A study found that people are less likely to consume cannabis if they had an upcoming activity, which is consistent with other studies, and would reduce use the most for job interviews and caring for ...
Nov. 15, 2024 — In a new study, researchers identify the biological processes behind stress-induced aversive memory generalization and highlight an intervention which could help restore appropriate memory ...
Nov. 15, 2024 — Researchers found that spending two hours a week of class time in a natural environment can reduce emotional distress among 10- to 12-year-olds who had the most significant mental health problems ...
Nov. 14, 2024 — Researchers have linked disease-related proteins and genes to identify specific cellular pathways responsible for Alzheimer's genesis and progression. The proteins were gathered from ...
Nov. 14, 2024 — Researchers have revealed how two neural circuits located in the brain's retrosplenial cortex are directly linked to spatial navigation and memory storage. This discovery could lead to more ...
Nov. 14, 2024 — Post-traumatic stress disorder comes in many forms and affects each person differently. Some patients benefit more from residential, in-treatment programs, while others are more suited for outpatient ...
Nov. 14, 2024 — New research suggests that it could be possible to separate treatment from hallucinations when developing new drugs based on psychedelics. The anti-anxiety andhallucination-inducing qualities of ...
Nov. 14, 2024 — New research highlights middle age as a pivotal period for brain health, with significant changes in how cells remove damaged mitochondria. Defects in this recycling process have been linked to ...
Nov. 13, 2024 — A team of researchers has developed a technique for diagnosing, managing and treating neurological disorders with minimal surgical ...
Nov. 13, 2024 — A new study by medicine safety experts found the use of gabapentinoids -- medicines widely used to treat neuropathic pain -- increased the risk of hip fractures, especially in older patients who were ...
Nov. 13, 2024 — The Huntington's disease (HD) mutation eventually causes a fatal brain disease in adulthood, but a new study finds that early in life, children with the HD mutation have bigger brains and higher ...
Nov. 13, 2024 — Researchers have developed a simple model system that can be used to break down fibrils -- the cause of numerous disorders including Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease -- into their ...
Nov. 13, 2024 — People with conditions or habits such as high blood pressure, an irregular heartbeat called atrial fibrillation, or smoking, not only have a higher risk of stroke, they may also have more severe ...
Depression Rates in LGBTQIA+ Students Are Three Times Higher Than Their Peers, New Research Suggests
Nov. 13, 2024 — New findings uncover an alarming rise in depression rates among all higher education students in the United States, but especially among sexual and gender ...
Nov. 13, 2024 — An exploratory study has examined metabolomic patterns associated with psychotic-like experiences in adolescents, highlighting the influence of cannabis ...
Nov. 13, 2024 — Young people's mental health may depend on how they use social media, rather than how much time they spend using it. Psychology researchers tried an experiment with three groups. They asked one ...
Nov. 12, 2024 — A practical calculator predicts the risk of epilepsy after venous stroke. The aim is to improve care for those affected, which are predominantly young ...
Nov. 12, 2024 — Glioblastoma is the most common kind of malignant brain tumor in adults. So far, no treatment has been able to make this aggressive tumor permanently disappear. The tumor cells are too varied, and ...
Nov. 12, 2024 — Researchers have identified a potential biomarker of Parkinson's disease progression. According to the new study, patients with a slow progression of the pathology would have a significant ...
Friday, November 15, 2024
- Children Exposed to Antiseizure Meds During Pregnancy Face Neurodevelopmental Risks, Study Finds
- How Next-Day Responsibilities Influence Cannabis Use
- How Stress Is Fundamentally Changing Our Memories
- Time in Nature Benefits Children With Mental Health Difficulties
Thursday, November 14, 2024
- New Drug Targets for Alzheimer's Identified from Cerebrospinal Fluid
- New Insights Into How We Navigate Space and Store Memories
- PTSD Patients Can Benefit Just as Much from Intensive Outpatient Programs as from Inpatient Clinics, New Study Shows
- Anti-Anxiety and Hallucination-Like Effects of Psychedelics Mediated by Distinct Neural Circuits
- Recycling in Middle Age May Be Critical for Brain Health
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
- Researchers Develop Minimally Invasive Neural Interface in Revolutionary Study
- Neuropathic Pain Drugs Found to Increase Risk of Hip Fracture in Older Adults
- Huntington's Disease Gene Also Enhances Early Brain Development and Intelligence, Study Finds
- New Model System for the Development of Potential Active Substances Used in Condensate Modifying Drugs
- Which Risk Factors Are Linked to Having a Severe Stroke?
- Depression Rates in LGBTQIA+ Students Are Three Times Higher Than Their Peers, New Research Suggests
- Metabolomic Changes Linked to Psychotic-Like Experiences and Cannabis Use in Adolescents
- How to Reduce Social Media Stress by Leaning in Instead of Logging Off
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
- Novel Calculator Predicts Risk of Epilepsy After Rare Stroke
- Glioblastoma: New Treatment Attacks Brain Tumors from Multiple Angles
- Researchers Identify a Potential Biomarker of Parkinson's Disease Progression
- Early Treatment for Nerve Tumors Prevents Serious Problems, Study Finds
- Cognitive Decline and Loneliness Linked in Older Adults Over Short Time Periods
- Age-Related Health Decline a Predictor of Future Dementia Risk
Monday, November 11, 2024
- 'Sleepy Cannabis': Cannabinol Increases Sleep, Study Suggests
- Adequate Sleep Significantly Reduces the Risk of Hypertension in Adolescents
- Patients May Become Unnecessarily Depressed by Common Heart Medicine
- 'Emotional Contagion' A Factor in Seniors' Mental Health
- Asthma May Place Children at Risk of Memory Difficulties
Friday, November 8, 2024
- Dog-Owner Interaction Is Reflected in Heart Rate Variability
- Key Pathway Leading to Neurodegeneration in Early Stages of ALS Identified
Thursday, November 7, 2024
- School Suspensions and Expulsions Can Lead to a Lifetime of Depression, Study Finds
- Prevalence of Unrecognized Cognitive Impairment in Socially and Economically Vulnerable Older Adults Is High
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
- Sleepiness During the Day May Be Tied to Pre-Dementia Syndrome
- New Study Challenges Social Media's Mental Health Impact
- What Happens in Your Brain While You Watch a Movie
- Brain Stars Hold Our Memories
- Researchers Have Uncovered the Mechanism in the Brain That Constantly Refreshes Memory
- Brain Acts Like Music Box Playing Different Behaviors
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
Monday, November 4, 2024
- Researchers Home in on Tumor Vulnerabilities to Improve Odds of Treating Glioblastoma
- New Research Identifies Ways to Protect Neurons from the Negative Effect of High-Fat Diet on Multiple Sclerosis Progression
Friday, November 1, 2024
- Education, Occupation, and Wealth Affect the Risk of Cognitive Impairment
- Scientists Discover Key to Preventing Neurodegeneration in Parkinson's and Related Disorders
Thursday, October 31, 2024
- Researchers Solve Medical Mystery of Neurological Symptoms in Kids
- Finding a Missing Piece for Neurodegenerative Disease Research
- Sleeping for 2: Insomnia Therapy Reduces Postpartum Depression, Study Shows
- Glaucoma Drug Shows Promise Against Neurodegenerative Diseases, Animal Studies Suggest
- Sleep Apnea Contributes to Dementia in Older Adults, Especially Women
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
- Nearly 6 Percent of Pregnant Women Report Marijuana Use, U.S. Study Finds
- New Study Shows Combination Therapy Slows Cognitive Decline in at-Risk Populations
- Taking Five or More Medications Daily Can Negatively Impact Older Adults With Alzheimer's Disease or Related Dementias
- The Roots of Fear: Understanding the Amygdala
- After a Heart Attack, the Heart Signals to the Brain to Increase Sleep to Promote Healing
- Healthy Brains Suppress Inappropriate Immune Responses
- Combining VR and Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation: A Neurotechnology That Boosts Spatial Memory Without Surgery
- Combining Large Datasets to Improve Mental Health Research
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
- Smell Loss Linked to 100-Plus Diseases
- Ultrasound Can Be Used as Search and Rescue Tool for the Brain
- The Couples Who Cope Together, Stay Together
- Discovery of Key Mechanism in Huntington's Disease Could Pave the Way for Early Detection and Treatment
Monday, October 28, 2024
- Alzheimer's Research: Superspreader Fibrils Caught in the Act
- Magnetic Field Applied to Both Sides of Brain Shows Rapid Improvement for Depression
- Childhood Attention Issues and Genetic Factors May Predict Psychosis Risk
- Cannabis Use During Pregnancy Can Impact Thinking and Learning Skills, Increase Aggression Among Children, Study Shows
Friday, October 25, 2024
- Depression: Dysfunction of Neurons in the Amygdala May Be Behind Negative Perceptions of the Environment
- Daylight Saving Time Clock Changes Have Substantial, but Short-Lived Effect on How Much Sleep We Get
- Professional Ice Hockey: Depressive Symptoms and Burnout Linked to More Concussions
Thursday, October 24, 2024
- Could a New Medical Approach Fix Faulty Genes Before Birth?
- Nigerians Are Experiencing Neuro-Long COVID, Research Finds
- New Formation of Neurons from Stem Cell Niche Disrupted After Stroke
- Chronic Pain Can Be Predicted Within Three Days of an Injury
- Popular Diabetes and Weight-Loss Drug May Reduce Risk of Alzheimer's Disease
- Study of Chick Peeps Could Improve Understanding of Animal Emotions
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
- Let Sleeping Babies Lie: Scientists Highlight Negative Impacts of Sleep Disruption on Early Brain Development
- 'Human Mini-Brains' Reveal Autism Biology and Potential Treatments
- Live Well, Think Well: Research Shows Healthy Habits Tied to Brain Health
- Could Poor Sleep in Middle Age Speed Up Brain Aging?
- Antibiotics and Antifungals May Slightly Affect Parkinson's Risk, Study Finds
- Nixing Narcolepsy Nightmares
- Safety and Security: Study Shines Light on Factors Behind Refugees' Resilience
Tuesday, October 22, 2024
- Bilingualism May Maintain Protection Against Alzheimer's
- New Study Finds Partner's Happiness Linked to Lower Stress Hormone Levels in Older Couples
- Crucial Role of Cerebellum in Social and Cognitive Functioning
- Clinical Trial for Treating Spinal Cord Injury Using Olfactory Cell Nerve Bridges
Monday, October 21, 2024
- Methadone Much More Effective Than Buprenorphine/naloxone for Treatment Retention, With No Difference in Mortality Risk, Study Finds
- New Guideline: Preventing a First Stroke May Be Possible With Screening, Lifestyle Changes
- Ancient Viral DNA in the Human Genome Linked to Multiple Sclerosis and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- Researchers Develop 3D Atlas of the Developing Mammalian Brain
- At-Home Brain Stimulation for Depression Is Safe and Effective, According to Researchers
- Research Team Connects Loneliness With Heightened Risk of Dementia in Largest Study of Its Kind
Thursday, October 17, 2024
- Study Shows That Rett Syndrome in Females Is Not Just Less Severe, but Different
- Increased Autism Risk Linked to Y Chromosome, Study Finds
- Researchers Use Genetics to Find Psychopathology Risks
- A New Era of Treating Neurological Diseases at the Blood-Brain-Immune Interface
- Initial Prescriptions of Sedatives Among Older Stroke Survivors May Include Too Many Pills
- Scientists Unlock New Insights Into Neural Stem Cell Activation
- For Heavy Drinkers, Chronic Pain Associated With Alcohol Withdrawal Could Be Permanent
- E-Flower Records Neuronal Activity With Electronic Petals
- For Multiple Sclerosis, Medication and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Can Reduce Fatigue