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Finding the Elusive Drinking ‘Brake’

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 22, 2019

Researchers have uncovered a mechanism in the BNST that senses the negative effects of alcohol and modulates the urge to drink. The study reports that when this mechanism doesn't function correctly, we lose the ability to recognize that we have had enough to drink. ... Read More...

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Brain Pathways of Aversion Identified

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 14, 2019

Researchers have identified a specific pathway between the hypothalamus and habenula that controls feelings of aversion. ... Read More...

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Brain Cells that Modulate Behavioral Response to Threats Identified

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 11, 2019

Researchers implicate neurons within the dorsolateral septum in the regulation of fearful behaviors in mice.... Read More...

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Insulin Signaling Failures in Brain Linked to Alzheimer’s

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 11, 2019

A new study reveals impaired insulin signaling in the brain negatively affects cognition, memory and learning. The findings shed light on why those with type 2 diabetes are at greater risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.... Read More...

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Heavy Drinking in Teens Causes Lasting Changes in Emotional Center of Brain

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 6, 2019

A new study reports teenage binge drinking can result in lasting epigenetic changes that alter the expression of BDNF-AS, a protein vital for the formation of neural connection in the amygdala.... Read More...

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Brain Pathway Linked to Impulsive Behaviors Identified

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 25, 2019

A new study reveals impulsive behaviors may be triggered when dopamine passes from the amygdala to the BNST.... Read More...

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Brain Biomarkers Identify Those at Risk of Severe PTSD Symptoms

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 22, 2019

Researchers report the striatum and amygdala are less able to track changes in threat levels in those with severe PTSD. The findings may serve as a biomarker to evaluate who may be at greater risk of PTSD symptoms.... Read More...

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All Too Human: The Price We Pay for Our Advanced Brains May Be a Greater Tendency to Disorders

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 22, 2019

Researchers report the neural code of the prefrontal cortex is more efficient than the amygdala in both humans and primates. The lower resistance of the amygdala to errors in humans may play a role in exaggerated survival responses, such as those seen in anxiety and PTSD.... Read More...

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The Brain Cells That Make Pain Unpleasant Identified

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 20, 2019

Researchers report the sensation and emotional experiences of pain are not the same. A new study reveals neurons in the amygdala responsible for negative emotions associated with chronic pain. ... Read More...

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Teen Brain Volume Changes with Small Amount of Cannabis Use

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 14, 2019

Even small amounts of cannabis use in teens can alter gray matter volume in the brain, a new study reports. Researchers report those exposed to cannabis had more gray matter volume in the amygdala and hippocampus, areas of the brain linked to emotional processes and memory development.... Read More...

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PAC1R Mutation May Be Linked to Severity of Social Deficits in ASD

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 7, 2019

Researchers report a mutation of PAC1R may be linked to the severity of social deficits experienced by those on the autism spectrum. The findings could serve as a biomarker to guide interventions and predict better outcomes for children with ASD.... Read More...

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Brain Imaging Predicts Response to Public Health Campaign

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 7, 2019

A new neuroimaging study helps researchers predict the response people will have to public health campaigns. The study may help epidemiologists design campaigns to help change people's attitudes and behaviors.... Read More...

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How Blood Vessels Protect the Brain During Inflammation

Finding the Elusive Drinking ‘Brake’

Neuroscience

How Blood Vessels Protect the Brain During Inflammation

Finding the Elusive Drinking ‘Brake’

Split and Continuous Sleep in Teens Impacts Cognition and Glucose Levels Differently

Neurology

How Blood Vessels Protect the Brain During Inflammation

New MRI Sensor Can Image Activity Deep Within the Brain

Phantom Limb Sensation Explained

AI

New AI Can Identify and Predict Development of Cancer Symptom Clusters

Learning Transistor Mimics the Brain

Researchers Translate Brain Signals Directly Into Speech

Robotics

New Prosthetic Restores the Sense of Where Your Hand Is

Electric Bikes Could Provide Older People with Brain Boost

Spinal Cord is Smarter than Previously Thought

Psychology

Finding the Elusive Drinking ‘Brake’

Combination Therapy May Be Beneficial For Schizophrenia Treatment

Finding the Elusive Drinking ‘Brake’

Brain Pathways of Aversion Identified

Brain Cells that Modulate Behavioral Response to Threats Identified

Insulin Signaling Failures in Brain Linked to Alzheimer’s

Heavy Drinking in Teens Causes Lasting Changes in Emotional Center of Brain

Brain Pathway Linked to Impulsive Behaviors Identified

Brain Biomarkers Identify Those at Risk of Severe PTSD Symptoms

All Too Human: The Price We Pay for Our Advanced Brains May Be a Greater Tendency to Disorders

The Brain Cells That Make Pain Unpleasant Identified

Teen Brain Volume Changes with Small Amount of Cannabis Use

Brain Imaging Predicts Response to Public Health Campaign