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This shows the brain symmetry via brain scans

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·November 1, 2019·3 min read

People with autism have a more symmetrical brain

The left and right brain areas are more similar in those with ASD. Reduced asymmetry was identified in cortical thickness across various brain regions in those on the autism spectrum.

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·May 15, 2018·4 min read

Magnetic Stimulation Dampens Brain Response to Drug Cues in Addiction

Researchers report a single session of transcranial magnetic stimulation can significantly reduce drug cue reactivity for those with substance abuse problems.

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·June 6, 2012·3 min read

This is Your Brain on No Self-Control

MRI images show what the brain looks like when you do something you know you shouldn’t. New pictures from the...

This shows the brain activity during insomnia

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·April 25, 2019·5 min read

Haunted by the past: Insomniacs unable to get emotional distress off their mind

For some, insomnia may be caused by failing to neutralize emotional distress. Researchers speculate the sleep disorder could be caused by brain circuits that regulate emotion.

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·January 24, 2020·3 min read

Horror movies manipulate brain activity expertly to enhance excitement

Neuroimaging reveals areas of the brain associated with visual and auditory processing are more active when anxiety slowly increases during horror movies. After a shocking scene, brain areas associated with emotional processing, threat evaluation, and decision making increase in activity.

This image shows the location of the prefrontal cortex.

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·November 7, 2014·3 min read

Where the Brain Makes Difficult Decisions

Researchers reveal the role the orbitofrontal cortex plays in executive control.

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·June 9, 2020·3 min read

Antioxidants in brain linked to improved psychosis treatment

Patients with psychosis who have higher levels of an antioxidant called glutathione responded more quickly to medications and had improved outcomes. Researchers estimate a 10% increase in antioxidants could lead to reduced time spent in hospital for those with psychosis.

This image shows the outline of a human head with a brain drawing inside. Radiating outwards are some blue lines.

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·July 15, 2015·7 min read

Researchers Identify Gene Associated with Healthy Information Processing

A new study links a genetic mutation to information processing speed.

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·November 20, 2018·4 min read

Personality and Mood Affect Brain Response to Personal Choice

Researchers report personality traits and psychological health impact how we value personal control when making decisions. The study reports brain activity in the motivation system is dampened in those with passive personalities and depression when we receive rewards that we have earned or feel in personal control of situations.