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·February 27, 2021·7 min read

Psychological ‘Signature’ for the Extremist Mind Uncovered

Researchers conclude the mind of an extremist is marked by a mixture of conservative and dogmatic psychological signatures. Extremists tend to be cognitively cautious, slower at perceptual processing, and have weaker working memory. This is compounded by impulsive personality traits that seek sensation and risky experiences. Read More

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·February 26, 2021·5 min read

How Exercise Keeps Your Brain Healthy and Protects It Against Depression and Anxiety

From helping improve cognitive health to improving symptoms of mental health problems such as depression and anxiety, researchers examine the benefits of exercise on brain health. Read More

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·February 26, 2021·5 min read

Heart Problems Alter Gene Activity in the Hippocampus

Cardiovascular problems can alter gene activity in the hippocampus, increasing the risk for cognitive decline and memory deficits, a new study reports. Read More

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·February 25, 2021·4 min read

Plant-Based Diets Improve Cardiac Function and Cognitive Health

Plant-based diets, such as the DASH diet and MIND diet, can reduce the risk of heart failure and ultimately decrease the risk of cognitive decline and dementia. Read More

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·February 23, 2021·6 min read

For Breakthroughs in Slowing Aging, Scientists Must Look Beyond Biology

Researchers say including social and behavioral factors in addition to biological mechanisms is critical for improving research on aging. Read More

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·February 22, 2021·4 min read

Grit but Not Growth Mindset Linked to Flow State in Musicians

Musicians with grit, or greater perseverance and passion, are more likely to lose themselves in the "flow" of their musical performance. Read More

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·February 21, 2021·4 min read

From Trippy Drugs to Therapeutic Aids – How Psychedelics Got Their Groove Back

From microdosing to improve cognition, to treating a range of mental health disorders, researchers evaluate the rise in the use of psychedelics and their potential as medicines. Read More

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·February 20, 2021·5 min read

Prediabetes May Be Linked to Worse Brain Health

People with prediabetes who have higher than average blood sugar levels are at increased risk of cognitive problems and vascular dementia. Read More

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·February 19, 2021·3 min read

Stereotypes Can Harm Performance Of Older Adults On Cognitive And Physical Tasks

When older people feel personally stigmatized as being physically or cognitively deficient, they fail to live up to their actual abilities when tested, a new study reports. Read More

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·February 18, 2021·4 min read

Preschoolers With Higher Cardiorespiratory Fitness Do Better on Cognitive Tests

Children aged 4-6 who had better cardiorespiratory fitness than their peers performed better on cognitive tests and in other tests of brain function. Read More

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·February 17, 2021·4 min read

SuperAger Brains Resist Protein Tangles That Lead to Alzheimer’s

SuperAgers who maintain their cognitive abilities have resistance to the development of Alzheimer's related tau tangles. The resistance to tangles may help to preserve memory. Read More