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·December 10, 2015·3 min read

Compound Found in Herbs and Spices Strengthens Brain Connections

A new study reports a substance found in thyme, parsley and red pepper improves neuron formation and strengthens synapses. The researchers also report the substance has the potential to treat schizophrenia and Alzheimer's disease.

Featured Genetics

·December 9, 2015·4 min read

Gene Therapy Could Extend Estrogen’s Protective Effects on Memory

Researchers use gene therapy to help extend the effectiveness of estrogen for retaining memory.

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·November 30, 2015·7 min read

Pregnancy Hormone Helps Multiple Sclerosis Patients Avoid Relapse

Patients with RRMS who took the pregnancy hormone estriol in combination with their regular medication were able to avoid relapse, a new study reports.

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Featured Psychology

·November 4, 2015·4 min read

Fluctuating Estrogen Increases Sensitivity to Stress and Depression During Menopausal Transition

A new study reports estrogen fluctuations which are common during menopausal transition could enhance emotional sensitivity to psychological stress.

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·October 9, 2015·3 min read

Sex Reassignment Hormone Treatments Alter Brain Chemistry

A new study reports sex hormones taken by those undergoing gender reassignment can alter brain chemistry and increase risk for mood disorders, especially in men transitioning into women.

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Featured Psychology

·September 25, 2015·4 min read

Why Men and Women Experience Negative Emotions Differently

A new study reports high testosterone levels is linked to lower sensitivity when faced with negative emotions.

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Featured Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles

·January 22, 2015·3 min read

Estrogen Producing Neurons Influence Aggression in Both Sexes

When aromatase+ neurons are depleted, both male and female mice are slower to show aggressive signs, a new study reports.

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Autism Featured Neurology Open Neuroscience Articles

·September 9, 2014·4 min read

Estrogen Receptor Expression May Help Explain Why More Males Have Autism

Researchers report estrogen receptor beta is significantly decreased in the brain of people with autism.

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Featured Psychology

·September 3, 2014·4 min read

Estrogen Increases Cannabis Sensitivity

According to a new study, female rats are 30 percent more sensitive to the pain relieving qualities of THC than males.

This image shows the location of the hypothalamus in the brain.

Featured Neuroscience

·December 4, 2013·3 min read

Estrogen: Not Just Produced by the Ovaries

New research shows the hypothalamus can directly control reproductive functions in rhesus monkeys. The researchers believe it is likely to perform the same actions in human women.

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·November 13, 2013·6 min read

Menstrual Cycle Influences Concussion Outcomes

Women who suffered concussions during their premenstrual phase had a slower recovery and poorer health one month after injury compared to those injured two weeks directly after their period or women taken birth control pills, a new study reports.