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Serotonin may be a biomarker for breathing interruptions following seizures

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 4, 2019

Researchers say serotonin, a chemical commonly associated with mood regulation, may play in breathing problems associated with epileptic seizures. Those who had higher levels of serotonin following a seizure than before the event were less likely to experience interrupted breathing. ... Read More...

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Extra weight in 60s may be linked to brain thinning years later

Neuroscience NewsJuly 25, 2019

A higher BMI and bigger waist during your sixties have been linked to an increase in cortical thinning. Having a thinner cortex has previously been associated with an increased Alzheimer's risk.... Read More...

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Can computer use, crafts and games slow or prevent age-related memory loss?

Neuroscience NewsJuly 10, 2019

Middle-aged and older people who stay mentally active have a lower risk of developing mild cognitive impairment.... Read More...

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Weight gain and high BMI linked to lower risk of ALS

Neuroscience NewsJune 27, 2019

While being overweight may be bad for your general health, researchers discovered an association with higher body mass index (BMI) and a reduced risk of developing ALS. Those with a BMI considered to be in the obese range had a 31% reduced risk of developing ALS, while those considered overweight had an 18% lower risk. ... Read More...

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Could repeated squeezes to the arms, legs protect the brain?

Neuroscience NewsMay 29, 2019

Ischemic preconditioning may help to prevent stroke, a new study reports. Restricting blood flow by wearing inflatable blood pressure cuffs on the arms and legs allows for more controlled blood flow to the brain.... Read More...

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Bipolar disorder may be linked to Parkinson’s disease

Neuroscience NewsMay 23, 2019

People with bipolar disorder have higher incidences of Parkinson's disease than those without the psychiatric condition. Manic and depressive episodes were associated with an elevated risk of developing Parkinson's disease. ... Read More...

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A comprehensive map of how Alzheimer’s affects the brain

Neuroscience NewsMay 1, 2019

Axon myelination is significantly disrupted in patients with Alzheimer's disease. Researchers also found brain cells of men and women vary significantly in how their genes respond to the neurodegenerative disease.... Read More...

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Cannabis-based medicine may reduce seizures for children with difficult-to-treat epilepsy

Neuroscience NewsMay 1, 2019

Results from a phase 3 study reveal Cannabidiol (CBD) cuts seizures by almost 50% in children with Dravet syndrome.... Read More...

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Low cholesterol linked to higher risk of bleeding stroke in women

Neuroscience NewsApril 10, 2019

Low levels of LDL cholesterol and triglycerides have been linked to an increased risk of hemorrhagic stroke in women. ... Read More...

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Do minerals play a role in development of multiple sclerosis?

Neuroscience NewsApril 6, 2019

Study finds no association between mineral levels or dietary mineral intake and an increased risk of multiple sclerosis.... Read More...

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Mental and Physical Activity in Middle Age Tied to Lower Dementia Risk

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 23, 2019

According to researchers, keeping both physically and mentally active during middle age can significantly reduce the risk of developing dementia during old age. The study found women who participated in mental activities were 46% less likely to develop dementia, and those who were physically active at a 52% reduced risk.... Read More...

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Chronic Inflammation in Middle Age May Lead to Thinking and Memory Problems Later

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 13, 2019

Researchers report those who experience chronic inflammation during middle may be at increased risk of developing cognitive and memory disorders during old age. ... Read More...

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Serotonin may be a biomarker for breathing interruptions following seizures

Extra weight in 60s may be linked to brain thinning years later

Can computer use, crafts and games slow or prevent age-related memory loss?

Weight gain and high BMI linked to lower risk of ALS

Could repeated squeezes to the arms, legs protect the brain?

Bipolar disorder may be linked to Parkinson’s disease

A comprehensive map of how Alzheimer’s affects the brain

Cannabis-based medicine may reduce seizures for children with difficult-to-treat epilepsy

Low cholesterol linked to higher risk of bleeding stroke in women

Do minerals play a role in development of multiple sclerosis?

Mental and Physical Activity in Middle Age Tied to Lower Dementia Risk

Chronic Inflammation in Middle Age May Lead to Thinking and Memory Problems Later