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Concussion Loosens Insulation Around Brain Cells

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 4, 2018

A new study reports two weeks following a concussion, myelin surrounding neurons appear to loosen. However, the loosening returns to normal two months after a concussion, researchers say.... Read More...

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Mild Problem Solving Tasks Improve Brain Function After Concussion

Neuroscience NewsJune 19, 2018

A new study reports performing a simple cognitive task four days after a concussion can help activate brain areas that improve memory function and can guard against the psychological affects of brain injury.... Read More...

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Dementia Risk Doubles Following Concussion

Neuroscience NewsMay 7, 2018

A new study adds to growing evidence that concussions can lead to neurodegenerative diseases. Researchers report the likelihood of developing dementia was found to double following a concussion, even when consciousness wasn't lost, in a veteran study. ... Read More...

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Youth Tackle Football Participation Linked to Early Onsite of Cognitive and Emotional Problems

Neuroscience NewsApril 30, 2018

A new study of football players who were diagnosed with CTE reveals those who started playing tackle football before the age of 12 had earlier onset of emotional and cognitive problems.... Read More...

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Concussion May Increase Parkinson’s Risk

Neuroscience NewsApril 19, 2018

A new study reveals veterans who suffered a concussion are at a 56% increased risk of developing Parkinson's disease.... Read More...

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Researchers Watch Brain’s Lining Heal After Head Injury

Neuroscience NewsApril 16, 2018

Researchers watch, in real time, as immune cells help repair the meninges following mild traumatic brain injury.... Read More...

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Study Confirms Link Between TBI and Dementia

Neuroscience NewsApril 10, 2018

A new, large scale study reveals people who have experienced a traumatic brain injury have a significantly increased risk of developing dementia than those without a history of TBI. ... Read More...

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Brain Injury May Boost Risk of Early Onset Alzheimer’s

Neuroscience NewsMarch 1, 2018

Researchers report concussions and TBI could increase the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease at an early age.... Read More...

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Hits, Not Concussion, Cause CTE

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 18, 2018

A new study reveals head impact, not concussion, triggers CTE. The discovery could help with early detection and treatments for the neurodegenerative disorder.... Read More...

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Study Shows Brain Impact of Youth Football

Neuroscience NewsNovember 27, 2017

Following just one season, children who have a history of concussion and high impact exposure as a result playing football undergo significant brain changes, researchers report.... Read More...

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