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·June 29, 2021·3 min read

Drug Relieves Persistent Daydreaming, Fatigue, and Brain Sluggishness in Adults With ADHD

Lisdexamfetamine, a drug known to stimulate brain activity, reduces symptoms of sluggish cognitive tempo in adults with ADHD.

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·June 4, 2021·5 min read

Neurological Symptoms Like Fatigue Common in Mild COVID

Neurological and psychological symptoms associated with COVID-19 infection, such as fatigue and depression, are more common in those with mild coronavirus infection than previously believed.

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·February 21, 2021·6 min read

Gulf War Illness Not Caused by Depleted Uranium From Munitions

New findings dispute the long-standing belief that exposure to depleted uranium is the cause of Gulf War Syndrome in veterans.

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·August 26, 2020·6 min read

Got Fatigue? Study Further Pinpoints Brain Regions That May Control It

Neuroimaging pinpoints areas of the brain that regulate efforts to deal with fatigue. The study reveals the neural mechanisms that contribute to feelings of fatigue.

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·November 2, 2019·4 min read

Seasonal Affective Disorder Impacts 10 Million Americans. Are You One of Them?

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) affects over 10 million people in the US. Find out the symptoms and treatment options available.

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·October 27, 2019·4 min read

Vitamin B12 deficiency: what is Pernicious anemia, and why can it be so dangerous?

Pernicious anemia is an autoimmune disorder associated with vitamin B12 deficiency. The condition not only affects physical health, it also has a detrimental effect on the mental health of many who suffer from the condition.

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·August 18, 2019·4 min read

Vegetable-rich Wahls diet lowers fatigue in multiple sclerosis patients by raising good cholesterol

Eating a diet high in vegetables can help reduce symptoms of fatigue in those with progressive multiple sclerosis.

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·March 5, 2019·4 min read

Training Beyond Exhaustion Can Prevent Learning

Overuse of our motor skills causes fatigue that can actually harm rather than help when it comes to sports training, practicing music or art, and rehabilitating injury.

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·December 5, 2018·4 min read

The Complicated Relationship Between Social Media and Depression

A new study reveals a correlation between the passive use of social media and depression symptoms such as loneliness and fatigue.

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·September 27, 2018·5 min read

Widespread Inflammation in Brains of Those with Fibromyalgia

A new study reveals elevated glial activation in the brains of those with fibromyalgia.

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·September 7, 2018·5 min read

Daytime Sleepiness Linked to Increased Alzheimer’s Risk

A new study reports daytime sleepiness may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. Researchers report those who are sleepy during the day are three times more likely to have amyloid beta deposits in their brains.