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·June 12, 2018·4 min read

Children with Kidney Disease Show Blood Flow Changes in Brain

According to a new study, children and young adults with chronic kidney disease have changes in cerebral blood flow that could increase the risk of cognitive impairment.

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·June 9, 2018·4 min read

How Depression Affects Your Thinking Skills

Typically, many people associate depression with feelings of sadness or despair. However, depression can also affect your cognitive abilities and memory. A new paper reviews the impact depression has on cognitive function and considers therapy options to help improve these often overlooked symptoms of the disorder.

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·June 6, 2018·4 min read

A Typical Communication Pattern of People with Alzheimer’s

Researchers provide a statistical analysis of 'saving appearance responses' in patients with dementia. The study reveals the SAR responses are particularly common in those with Alzheimer's disease.

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·June 4, 2018·3 min read

Why Do Some Sleep Deprived People Experience Worse Cognitive Function Than Others?

A new study reports microRNAs in the blood are altered as a result of sleep deprivation. Researchers used MiRNA alterations as a biomarker to determine cognitive performance following psychological stress and sleep loss.

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·May 14, 2018·3 min read

Exploring the Connection Between Diet, Gut Microbes and Cognitive Decline

Researchers believe their new study will provide a mechanistic understanding of how our microbiome and diets can impact the development of Alzheimer's disease. The study will aim to provide evidence of possible diet induced effects on gut bacteria, which could influence age associated cognitive decline.

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·March 10, 2018·2 min read

Brain Connections in Schizophrenia

Researchers report reduced connectivity between the thalamus and prefrontal cortex may be a common feature in those with Schizophrenia.

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·February 8, 2018·4 min read

Autism Genetics Study Calls Attention to Motor Skills and General Cognitive Impairment

A new study of the genetic factors associated with ASD draws attention to the impact autism can have on motor skills and cognitive function.

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·January 30, 2018·2 min read

Could a Protein Called Klotho Block Dementia and Aging?

Genetically increasing klotho helps boost cognitive function in mice models of Alzheimer's disease, researchers report.

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·January 26, 2018·4 min read

Aerobic Exercise May Mildly Delay and Slightly Improve Alzheimer’s Symptoms

According to researchers, aerobic exercise may be more effective than other forms of exercise when it comes to preserving cognition and slowing Alzheimer's decline.

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·January 15, 2018·3 min read

Study Finds ‘Baby Brain’ is Real, But We’re Still Not Sure What Causes it

A new study reveals baby brain, the increased forgetfulness and inattention some women experience during pregnancy does, in fact, exist.

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·January 12, 2018·4 min read

Mapping Out Genetic ‘Switches’ Behind Human Brain Evolution

Researchers have created a map of gene regulation in human cortical neurogenesis. The study reveals a number of factors that govern brain growth and the development of some brain disorders.

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·December 12, 2017·6 min read

Action Games Expand the Brain’s Cognitive Abilities

A new study reports people who play action style video games showed an increase in cognitive skills compared to those who played other types of games.