The circadian CLOCK gene in the nucleus accumbens shell plays a crucial role in binge drinking behaviors in mouse models. Read More
Anti-psychotic drugs do not only block dopamine signaling in the brain, they also block dopamine signaling in the pancreas. Blocking dopamine signaling in the pancreas leads to uncontrolled production of blood-glucose regulating hormones, increasing obesity and diabetes risks. Read More
From helping to reduce depression to boosting dopamine in the reward system, researchers review how taking up a hobby can have positive effects on mental health. Read More
Even when people adjust their view as a result of social influence, their brain activity shows traces of prior disagreements. Read More
Combining PET neuroimaging with a specific intravenous radioactive compound allows researchers to distinguish Lewy Body Dementia from Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's in brain scans. Read More
Spontaneous eye-blink rates could be the missing link in explaining the relationship between aerobic fitness and cognitive function. Read More
Researchers found functional and anatomical differences in the brains of people who are more likely to embark on risky behaviors. Read More
Enzyme activity outside of specific cell types contribute to synaptic plasticity associated with addiction behaviors. Read More
People diagnosed with schizophrenia have an increased risk of developing Parkinson's disease later in life, researchers report. The reason could be due to alterations in the brain's dopamine system cause as a result of dopamine receptor antagonists or neurophysiological changes associated with schizophrenia itself. Read More
New studies are set to explore how gene expression alters the brain's response to drug abuse, and to screen for genes that could help brain cells withstand Parkinson's disease. Read More
Researchers investigate how laughter improves both mental and physical well-being. Read More
Normal sleep in mice is reliant upon bacteria that help produce neurotransmitters, such as serotonin, in the gut. Read More
