transcranial direct current stimulation Archives

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Brain Stimulation May Improve Cognitive Performance in Those With Schizophrenia

Neuroscience NewsJuly 25, 2017

Researchers at King's College London report transcranial direct current stimulation can help to improve cognitive function in those with Schizophrenia. The researchers found the improvement in cognitive performance was seen 24 hours after the initial stimulation was applied. They suggest the changes make not be instantaneous, and may take some time to occur.... Read More...

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Electrical Stimulation of Brain May Help People with Schizophrenia Learn to Communicate Better

Neuroscience NewsJuly 16, 2017

UCLA researchers use transcranial direct current stimulation to help boost auditory processing in people with schizophrenia.... Read More...

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Improving Creativity Through Electrical Brain Stimulation

Neuroscience NewsJune 7, 2017

Electrically stimulating the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex can enhance out ability to 'think outside the box', a new study reports.... Read More...

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No Evidence That Brain Stimulation Technique Boosts Cognitive Training

Neuroscience NewsMay 25, 2017

Despite numerous claims, researchers discover transcranial direct current stimulation likely adds no meaningful benefit to cognitive training.... Read More...

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Current ‘Moral Enhancement’ Technologies Are Neither Feasible Nor Wise

Neuroscience NewsMay 16, 2017

A new study assesses existing research into 'moral enhancement' technologies and reports that current methods are neither wise nor feasible.... Read More...

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Brain Stimulation During Training Boosts Performance

Neuroscience NewsApril 24, 2017

Combining brain training programs with transcranial direct current simulation can lead to cognitive improvements and better working memory, a new study reports.... Read More...

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Brain Stimulation Influences Honest Behavior

Neuroscience NewsApril 10, 2017

Researchers report tDCS applied over a region in the right dorsolateral prefrontal cortex can make people act more honestly.... Read More...

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tDCS Combined With Computer Games at Home Reduces Cognitive Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 22, 2017

A new study reports improvements in problem solving abilities in MS patients who use transcranial direct current stimulation.... Read More...

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Stimulating the Brain With Electricity Reduces Bulimia Symptoms

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 27, 2017

Researchers use transcranial magnetic stimulation to help reduce key symptoms of bulimia.... Read More...

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Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation Improves Cognitive Control

Neuroscience NewsDecember 16, 2016

Applying transcranial direct current stimulation to the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex can help to improve cognitive control and may be a beneficial treatment for those with autism, schizophrenia and ADHD, a new study reports.... Read More...

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