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·March 28, 2019·4 min read

A simple strategy to improve your mood in 12 minutes: Journal of Happiness Studies

Contemplating loving-kindness reduces anxiety while increasing happiness, empathy and feelings of social connection, a new study reports.

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·June 17, 2019·4 min read

Antioxidant puts up fight, but loses battle against protein linked to Alzheimer’s disease

During early Alzheimer's disease, SOD1 initially weakens levels of Tau protein. However, as the disease progresses, the antioxidant becomes less effective at protecting the brain against neurodegeneration.

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·May 7, 2018·5 min read

Brain Activity May Explain Diabetics’ Negative Feelings and Increased Depression Risk

According to researchers, people with diabetes may be at increased risk of suffering from depression as a result of biological problems in regulating sugar levels that influence emotional response in the brain. Using EEG, researchers discovered those with higher levels of insulin resistance showed greater response to negative images.

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·December 19, 2019·4 min read

Changes in the immune system explain why belly fat is bad for thinking

Less muscle mass and increased body fat may affect cognition as we age. The link between body mass and declining fluid intelligence may be attributed to different types of white blood cells.

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·October 22, 2020·4 min read

Diagnosing Parkinson’s Disease With Skin Samples Could Lead to Earlier Detection

A chemical assay can detect traces of Parkinson's related alpha-synuclein from skin samples.

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·December 10, 2020·5 min read

Diet Modifications, Including More Wine and Cheese, May Help Reduce Cognitive Decline

A new study reveals the impact of diet on cognitive health as we age. Researchers found cheese consumption had neuroprotective effects against cognitive decline. Daily moderate consumption of red wine was associated with improvements in cognitive function.

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·April 1, 2022·5 min read

Exercise May Reduce Depression Symptoms and Boost Effects of Therapy

Thirty minutes of exercise can reduce symptoms of depression for up to 75 minutes following a workout and improve the outcome of therapies aimed at treating depression.

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·December 17, 2018·3 min read

Higher Average Potency Cannabis Increases Risk for First Disorder Symptom

Since 1993, THC potency in cannabis has increased from 3.5% to 12.3%. Researchers report those who first used cannabis in the early 90s had a 1.88% increased risk of developing cannabis use disorder, while those who started on higher potency THC marijuana are at a 4.85% increased risk.

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·October 10, 2018·5 min read

How Cognitive Development Shapes Attitudes About Physical Activity

Researchers report the reason many shun away from physical activity as adults may be rooted in childhood experience. The study reveals negative memories associated with PE classes during childhood may generate negative response to participating in exercise as adults.

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·August 15, 2022·4 min read

How People Adapt to Cybersickness From Virtual Reality

Those who are prone to motion sickness have a harder time adapting to cybersickness and different virtual reality environments. However, people can adapt to the effects of VR-associated cybersickness by playing the same game repeatedly.

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·June 14, 2023·5 min read

Limiting Social Media Use Boosts Mental Health

A simple intervention, limiting daily social media use, can significantly enhance the mental health of young adults. The two-week experiment involving 230 college students found that those who limited their social media usage to 30 minutes a day, aided by automated reminders, experienced significantly less anxiety, depression, and loneliness.

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·April 13, 2021·3 min read

Narratives Can Help Science Counter Misinformation on Vaccines

Narratives and storytelling can help counter vaccine misinformation as the method can create a bridge between scientific evidence and human experience.

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Antioxidant puts up fight, but loses battle against protein linked to Alzheimer’s disease

Brain Activity May Explain Diabetics’ Negative Feelings and Increased Depression Risk

Changes in the immune system explain why belly fat is bad for thinking

Diagnosing Parkinson’s Disease With Skin Samples Could Lead to Earlier Detection

Diet Modifications, Including More Wine and Cheese, May Help Reduce Cognitive Decline

Exercise May Reduce Depression Symptoms and Boost Effects of Therapy

Higher Average Potency Cannabis Increases Risk for First Disorder Symptom

How Cognitive Development Shapes Attitudes About Physical Activity

How People Adapt to Cybersickness From Virtual Reality

Narratives Can Help Science Counter Misinformation on Vaccines

AI Vulnerabilities Exposed: Adversarial Attacks More Common and Dangerous Than Expected

Implant Shows Promise in Restoring Cognitive Function After Brain Injury

The Role of Protein Misfolding in Neurodegenerative Diseases

Link Between High Blood Pressure, Immune System, and Cognitive Decline Revealed

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