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·May 13, 2019

Researchers seek ‘fingerprints’ of severe mental diseases

Neuroimaging study finds significant changes in the brain associated with mental illnesses that could serve as a biomarker for diagnosis. Read More

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·April 10, 2019

Inflammation linked to chemical imbalance in schizophrenia

Increased kynurenic acid production has been implicated in the pathology of schizophrenia. The findings provide a new target for cell-specific treatments that help reduce the production of kynurenic acid and reduce symptoms of schizophrenia. Read More

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·November 13, 2018

Brain Changes Found in Self-Injuring Teen Girls Similar to BPD

A new neuroimaging study reveals the brains of teenage girls who self harm show similar features to adults with borderline personality disorder. Read More

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·September 28, 2018

Sensitive Babies Become Altruistic Toddlers

A baby's attention to fearful faces may predict their level of altruism as toddlers, a new study reports. Read More

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·September 9, 2018

Marijuana May Bring Relief to Those Suffering Sciatica

Researchers report THC oil may be beneficial in providing pain relief for those suffering radicular pain, such as sciatica. The study reports marijuana reduces connections between areas of the brain that process sensory signals and emotions. Read More

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·September 7, 2018

How the Brain Forgets on Purpose

Researchers implicate the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex and hippocampus in in our ability to actively forget a memory. Read More

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·August 31, 2018

Similar Changes in the Brains of Patients with ADHD and Emotional Instability

Researchers report ADHD and conduct disorder exhibit similar, overlapping changes in the brain. Read More

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·August 21, 2018

How the Brain Suppresses the Act of Revenge

A new neuroimaging study reveals the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex plays a vital role in suppressing the act of revenge. Read More

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·July 26, 2018

Link Found Between Resilience to Dyslexia and Gray Matter in Frontal Cortex

Researchers report high density of neurons in the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex play a significant role in resilient dyslexia. Read More

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·July 25, 2018

Neural Link Between Depression and Bad Sleep Identified

Researchers have identified a neural link between depression and sleep problems. The study reports brain regions associated with short term memory, self and negative emotions are strongly connected in those with depression, and this may lead to bad sleep quality. Read More

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·July 23, 2018

How the Brain Controls Food Cravings

A new EEG study reveals when activity in the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex is suppressed, cravings for high calorie food increases. Read More

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·July 6, 2018

Savory Foods May Promote Healthy Eating Through Effects on the Brain

Researchers report consuming a savory broth can produce subtle neurobiological changes that promotes healthy eating behaviors and food choices. Read More

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