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·May 8, 2019·4 min read

A step toward better understanding brain anatomy of autism spectrum disorder

Cortical anatomy is not represented by fixed differences between those with ASD and peers not on the autism spectrum. However, differences in symptom profiles and severity, age and cognitive ability are related to brain differences specific to ASD alone. Read More

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·August 13, 2015·3 min read

Aerobic Fitness and Thinner Gray Matter Linked to Better Math Skills in Children

A new study links better math skills in children with cardiorespiratory fitness and associated gray matter thinning. Read More

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·February 6, 2018·3 min read

Bilingualism Could Offset Brain Changes in Alzheimer’s

A new study reports bilingual people have an advantage when it comes to brain plasticity. Researchers report being multilingual could help stave off cognitive decline associated with dementia. Read More

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·March 7, 2017·4 min read

Brain Architecture Alters to Compensate for Depression

Researchers discover differences in the structure of the cerebral cortex in depressed patients, but the differences can be normalized following taking appropriate medications. Read More

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·July 26, 2020·4 min read

Brain Thickness and Connectivity, Not Just Location, Correlates With Behavior

Cortical thickness and regional brain connectivity pay an equally important role in linking brain and behavior. Read More

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·June 19, 2015·4 min read

Cerebral Cortex Thicker in Youths With Down Syndrome

According to a new study, the cerebral cortex is thicker on average in those with Down syndrome, although the volume of the cortex is lower. Read More

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·December 23, 2014·2 min read

Could Playing Tchaikovsky’s ‘Nutcracker’ and Other Music Improve Kids’ Brains?

Learning an instrument can also train children to control their emotions and diminish their anxiety, a new study reports. Read More

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·April 11, 2017·6 min read

Detecting Alzheimer’s Disease Earlier Using … Greebles?

A new test that uses graphic characters called 'Greebles' could help doctors detect early signs of Alzheimer's disease before the symptoms become apparent. Read More

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·January 23, 2018·5 min read

Epilepsy Linked to Brain Volume and Thickness Differences

UCL researchers report epilepsy is associated with gray matter differences in thickness and volume in several brain regions. Read More

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·November 19, 2015·4 min read

Exercise May Help Reverse Neurodegeneration in Early Stage Alzheimer’s

A new study reports older adults who improved their fitness through moderate intensity exercise increased cortical thickness. Read More

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·August 3, 2020·5 min read

Experiencing Childhood Trauma Makes Body and Brain Age Faster

Children who experience early life adversity experience faster biological aging than children with no history of exposure to abuse. Trauma was associated with biological aging in early puberty, cellular aging, and alterations in brain structure. The findings may explain why children who experienced adversity early in life often suffer poor health as they age. Read More

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·July 28, 2020·6 min read

Further Evidence World Trade Center Responders Are at Risk for Dementia

First responders at the World Trade Center have reduced cortical gray matter thickness, which was consistent with neurodegenerative conditions and evidence their brain age is, on average, ten years older than those of similar ages in the general population. Read More

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