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Brain Cancer Featured Neurology Open Neuroscience Articles

·October 10, 2016·5 min read

Mars Bound Astronauts Face Chronic Dementia Risk From Galactic Cosmic Ray Exposure

A new study raises question about the effect extended space flights will have on long term brain health.

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·October 6, 2016·4 min read

Early Marijuana Use Associated With Abnormal Brain Function and Lower IQ

According to researchers, early marijuana use may result in abnormal brain function and lower IQ.

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Featured Genetics Open Neuroscience Articles Psychology

·October 6, 2016·5 min read

Mental Illness Genetically Linked to Drug Use and Misuse

A new study reports there could be a genetic risk for mental illness in those who are more likely to misuse drugs.

Featured Genetics Open Neuroscience Articles Psychology

·October 4, 2016·3 min read

Overlooked and Misunderstood Gene Linked to Schizophrenia

A new study reports a gene previously linked to hypertension is also associated with schizophrenia and other mental health disorders.

Featured Open Neuroscience Articles Psychology

·October 4, 2016·6 min read

Early Alcohol Exposure Linked to Future Psychological Disorders

Children who start drinking alcohol between the ages of 11 and 13 are at greater risk of developing psychiatric disorders later in life, a new study reports.

Featured Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles Psychology

·October 4, 2016·6 min read

Can You Zap Your Brain Back to Health?

Researchers have develop an MRI method whereby the magnetic fields induced by tDCS currents can be visualized in living humans.

Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·October 4, 2016·4 min read

Newly Discovered Pathway in Brain Could Ease Depression

Researchers report they have discovered a new target for antidepressants which could help those for who other treatments for depression have failed.

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·October 3, 2016·7 min read

Contraceptive Use Linked to Increased Depression Risk

A new study reports women who use hormonal contraception face higher rates of developing depression and being prescribed antidepressants than those who do not use the drugs.

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·October 3, 2016·4 min read

New Treatment for Depressed Smokers Trying to Quit

Researchers have pinpointed why quitting smoking is more difficult for people who are depressed.

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·September 30, 2016·4 min read

Nighttime Hot Flashes May Spark Mild Depression

According to a new study, a woman's perception that she is experiencing a high number of hot flashes during the night can trigger mild depression during menopause.