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Elsevier

·May 2, 2025·5 min read

Motivation Struggles Persist After Depression Recovery

People who have recovered from depression show reduced motivation to pursue rewards unless the incentives are large and highly certain. Although mood improves post-recovery, hidden deficits in reward processing and decision-making linger, potentially contributing to relapse vulnerability.

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·April 29, 2025·5 min read

Ultraprocessed Foods Linked to Rising Premature Deaths Worldwide

A new study across eight countries shows that higher consumption of ultraprocessed foods (UPFs) is significantly linked to increased premature deaths. Researchers found that each 10% rise in UPFs' share of total energy intake raises all-cause mortality risk by 3%.

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·April 12, 2025·5 min read

Brain Enzyme Limits Risk of Drug Relapse

New research reveals that the enzyme HDAC5 plays a critical role in suppressing a gene (Scn4b) that regulates brain activity associated with drug-related memories, which are central to relapse in substance use disorders (SUDs). By limiting expression of Scn4b, HDAC5 reduces the excitability of neurons in the brain’s reward system, weakening the formation of powerful drug-environment associations.

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·December 17, 2024·5 min read

Teen Brain’s Blunted Reward Response Predicts Depression Onset

A new study reveals that a reduced neural response to rewards in teens predicts the first onset of depression, but not anxiety or suicidality. Researchers used EEG scans to measure "reward positivity" in at-risk adolescents and found that those with blunted responses were more likely to develop depression.

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·December 2, 2024·5 min read

Violence Exposure and Firearms Linked to Teen Suicide Risks

A study of U.S. high school students reveals a strong link between suicidal behavior, externalizing behaviors (such as physical violence), and exposure to violence. Adolescents with a history of weapon carrying or engaging in violent acts were found to have a higher risk of injurious suicide attempts, particularly when firearms are accessible.

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·August 22, 2024·4 min read

Psychosis Cognitive Impairment Linked to Brain Network

New research reveals that cognitive impairments in psychotic disorders, like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, are connected to brain network organization. This connection is evident even before the first psychotic break in at-risk individuals, offering potential for early diagnosis and intervention. The study highlights a novel brain network-cognition relationship that could lead to targeted treatments for these often treatment-resistant symptoms.

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·July 30, 2024·6 min read

MRI Scan Predicts Alzheimer’s Risk Before Symptoms Appear

A novel study finds that specialized MRI scans can detect early brain changes that indicate a higher risk for Alzheimer’s disease (AD) before significant cognitive decline occurs. Researchers discovered that cortical microstructural changes in the brain closely resemble patterns seen in AD pathology.

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·May 24, 2024·6 min read

Psilocybin Induces Brain Hyperconnectivity, Enhancing Mystical Experiences

Psilocybin, the active compound in magic mushrooms, initiates a pattern of dynamic hyperconnectivity in the brain. This brain state is linked to the ego-modifying effects and feelings of oceanic boundlessness commonly reported during psychedelic experiences.

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·May 22, 2024·5 min read

UV Light Increases Appetite But Suppresses Weight Gain

A new study reveals that UV exposure can increase appetite while simultaneously preventing weight gain. This unexpected finding is attributed to UV's influence on hormones and neurotransmitters, leading to increased energy expenditure and the browning of subcutaneous fat. These insights could pave the way for innovative approaches to combat obesity and metabolic disorders.

Autism Featured Neuroscience

·May 15, 2024·4 min read

Dopamine Disruption Linked to Autism

A new study reveals that disrupted dopamine signaling during neural development is linked to autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Researchers found significant correlations between dopamine pathways and neural development in humans and zebrafish models.

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·April 30, 2024·5 min read

Omega-6 Fatty Acid Linked to Lower Bipolar Disorder Risk

Researchers discovered a link between higher levels of arachidonic acid, an omega-6 fatty acid found in foods like eggs and seafood, and a reduced risk of bipolar disorder. Utilizing Mendelian randomization, the study identified 33 metabolites associated with bipolar disorder, suggesting that lipid levels play a significant role in its etiology.

Autism Featured Neuroscience

·December 5, 2023·4 min read

Brain Imaging Reveals Altered Brain Connectivity in Autism

Researchers advanced brain imaging and machine learning to uncover altered functional brain connectivity in individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), acknowledging the diversity within the disorder. The research distinguishes between shared and individual-specific connectivity patterns in ASD, revealing both common and unique brain alterations.

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Elsevier

Motivation Struggles Persist After Depression Recovery

Ultraprocessed Foods Linked to Rising Premature Deaths Worldwide

Brain Enzyme Limits Risk of Drug Relapse

Teen Brain’s Blunted Reward Response Predicts Depression Onset

Violence Exposure and Firearms Linked to Teen Suicide Risks

Psychosis Cognitive Impairment Linked to Brain Network

MRI Scan Predicts Alzheimer’s Risk Before Symptoms Appear

Psilocybin Induces Brain Hyperconnectivity, Enhancing Mystical Experiences

UV Light Increases Appetite But Suppresses Weight Gain

Dopamine Disruption Linked to Autism

Omega-6 Fatty Acid Linked to Lower Bipolar Disorder Risk

Brain Imaging Reveals Altered Brain Connectivity in Autism

3D-Printed Brain Model Mimics Neural Damage

How the Brain Decides a Smell Is Stinky

Low Sodium Linked to Anxiety Through Brain Chemistry Disruption

How You Take Your Coffee May Impact Your Risk of Early Death

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