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·July 24, 2019·5 min read

Pupil dilation and heart rate, analyzed by AI, may help spot autism early

A machine learning algorithm can accurately detect abnormalities in pupil dilation, which are predictive of ASD, in mouse models. The AI can also detect if a female has Rett syndrome with 80% accuracy. The system could be used to detect autism in infants and toddlers.

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·January 25, 2019·4 min read

Feeling Stressed? Having a Partner Present, Even in Your Mind, May Keep Blood Pressure Down

According to researchers, thinking about your romantic partner when you are under a stressful situation can help to lower your blood pressure and heart rate.

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Featured Neuroscience

·September 19, 2018·3 min read

Heartbeat Paces Learning

Researchers report learning rates are enhanced when conditioned stimuli is presented during resting phase of the cardiac cycle.

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Featured Genetics

·September 12, 2018·3 min read

Your Genes Determine How Your Heart Rate Responds to Exercise

A new study reports your genes may determine how your heart rate and blood pressure respond to exercise.

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·June 22, 2018·4 min read

Brain Tingles: The Physiological Benefits of ASMR

Researchers reveal the phenomenon of ASMR videos may have a positive physiological effect on viewers. The study reports those who experience ASMR have lower heart rates while watching the videos, as well as an increase in positive emotions.

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·November 20, 2017·4 min read

Simple EKG Can Determine Whether Patient Has Depression or Bipolar Disorder

Heart rate variability can indicate whether a person has bipolar disorder or major depression, a new study reports.

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·December 2, 2016·2 min read

Short Term Sleep Deprivation Affects Heart Function

A new study reports short term sleep deprivation in the context of 24 hour shifts can lead to an increase in blood pressure and heart rate.

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·October 26, 2016·4 min read

Higher Resting Heart Rate and Blood pressure Linked to Later Psychiatric Illness

A new study links higher resting blood pressure in younger men with later onset of OCD, schizophrenia and substance abuse problems.

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·May 4, 2016·2 min read

Brain Prevents Anxiety by Suppressing Perception of Heartbeat

In order to reduce anxiety, the human brain suppresses the sensory effects of the heartbeat, a new study reports.

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Featured Most Popular Psychology

·April 7, 2016·3 min read

Wisdom is a Matter of Both Heart and Mind

A new study reports heart rate variation and thinking processes work together to enable better reasoning about complex social issues.

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Featured Neurology

·April 1, 2016·4 min read

Heart Rate Variability Predicts Epileptic Seizures

Researchers have developed a wearable device that measures fluctuations in heart rate and can predict when an epileptic seizure may occur.

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Featured Neurology

·March 9, 2016·5 min read

Changes in Heart Activity May Signal Epilepsy

According to a new study, the heart rate during sleep in children with epilepsy is significantly slower than in those without the condition.

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