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·August 22, 2024·4 min read

Psychosis Cognitive Impairment Linked to Brain Network

New research reveals that cognitive impairments in psychotic disorders, like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, are connected to brain network organization. This connection is evident even before the first psychotic break in at-risk individuals, offering potential for early diagnosis and intervention. The study highlights a novel brain network-cognition relationship that could lead to targeted treatments for these often treatment-resistant symptoms.

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·June 10, 2013·3 min read

Alzheimer’s and Low Blood Sugar in Diabetes May Trigger a Vicious Cycle

According to a new study, diabetic episodes of hypoglycemia may increase the risk of developing dementia, while having dimentia could increase the risk of experiencing low blood sugar levels.

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·October 6, 2016·4 min read

Women’s Better Verbal Skills May Mask Early Alzheimer’s Signs

Verbal tests for MCI might not pick up symptoms in women until they are further along into the progression of Alzheimer's disease, researchers report.

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·December 4, 2015·3 min read

Lack of Activity Linked to Lower Quality of Life For Dementia Patients

A new study reveals that for those with dementia who live in long term care homes, there is a negative impact on the quality of life due to low levels of participation in activities.

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·August 26, 2015·4 min read

Awareness of Memory Loss Can Decline Up To Three Years Before Alzheimer’s Onset

A new study reports people may lose awareness of their memory loss almost three years prior to Alzheimer's disease setting in.

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·July 11, 2013·3 min read

Daydreaming Simulated by Computer Model

Researchers have created a computer model based on the dynamics of brain cells and its neural connections. They hope the model will help them understand why certain portions of the brain work together when a person daydreams.

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·May 29, 2012·2 min read

Solvent Exposure in Work Place Associated With Cognitive Problems in Less Educated Workers

Working with solvents tied to cognitive problems for less-educated people Exposure to solvents at work may be associated with reduced...

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·December 15, 2015·4 min read

Mechanism for Specific Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder Discovered

Researchers have identified a gene variant linked to psychotic symptoms and cognitive impairment in people with bipolar disorder.

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·June 28, 2018·5 min read

How High Blood Pressure Hurts Cognition

Researchers report impairments in the neuroprotective communication between neural blood vessels, astrocytes and neurons may be an early factor in how high blood pressure may impair cognitive function.

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·June 9, 2021·4 min read

Having Trouble Falling Asleep Predicts Cognitive Impairment in Later Life

People who have trouble falling asleep at night are at increased risk of cognitive decline within fourteen years compared to those with other forms of insomnia, a new study reports.

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·June 27, 2024·5 min read

Peptide Improves Cognition in Schizophrenia

Researchers developed a novel peptide, KS-133, to target cognitive dysfunction in schizophrenia. By using a brain-targeting peptide, KS-487, they successfully transported KS-133 across the blood-brain barrier. Their nanoparticle-based drug delivery system improved cognitive functions in mice, offering a new therapeutic strategy.