How the Brain Tells You to Scratch That Itch
Researchers shed light on the mechanism that drives the uncontrollable urge to scratch an itch.... Read More...
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How Teens Deal with Stress May Affect Immune System
A new study reports teens faced with chronic family stress have higher blood pressure and worse immune response to bacterial infections. However, those who used cognitive reappraisal had lower blood pressure, despite the pressures they faced.... Read More...
Widespread Brain Alterations Identified in Callous Kids
According to researchers, children with elevated levels of callous traits have widespread differences in brain structure compared to kids with lower levels of the traits. Researchers report main differences are see in the brain centers important for decision making, emotional regulation and behavior control. ... Read More...
New Genetic Clues to Frontotemporal Dementia
Study reports a mutation in a single gene that causes hereditary frontotemporal dementia makes it harder for neurons to communicate, leading to neurodegeneration.... Read More...
Neanderthal Gene Gives Clues to Human Brain Evolution
Researchers report modern humans who carry particular Neanderthal DNA fragments have slightly less rounded heads. The findings shed light on the evolution of modern brain shape and function.... Read More...
Ritalin Drives Greater Connection Between Brain Areas Key to Memory and Attention
A new neuroimaging study reveals methylphenidate, better known as Ritalin, increases the level of dopamine available in the caudate. Along with increased dopamine levels, researchers also notice greater functional connectivity between the prefrontal cortex, hippocampus and precuneus, three areas of the brain associated with memory and attention.... Read More...
Anticipation of Touch Takes Focus and Executive Skills
Study reveals the ability to anticipate touch also indicates a child's ability to focus.... Read More...
Brain Activity Shows Development of Visual Sensitivity in Autism
Researchers report sensory responses change between childhood and adulthood in those with ASD. ... Read More...
Pain: Perception and Motor Impulses Arise in Brain Independently of One Another
Study reveals the brain yields at least three different responses to pain, and these responses are independent of each other.... Read More...
How Bullying Affects the Brain
A new study reports children and teens who face chronic bullying have altered brain structure, as well as problems with anxiety and depression. Researchers found those who were bullies had structural changes to the putamen and caudate, contributing to the development of anxiety related behaviors and emotional processing.... Read More...
Researchers Report Findings From Havana Embassy Phenomenon
Researchers present their findings about the acute neurosensory symptoms experienced by workers in the Havana embassy exposed to a unique sound and pressure phenomenon in 2016. ... Read More...
Developing Brains of Preterm Babies Benefit From Caffeine Therapy
A new study reveals caffeine therapy appears to have benefits for healthy brain development in children born prematurely. Researchers report preterm babies given caffeine therapy had better cognitive scores, reduced odds of cerebral palsy and less hearing impairments as toddlers. ... Read More...
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