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·September 25, 2017·4 min read

Premature Birth Linked to Older ‘Brain Age’ in Adulthood

A Neuroimaging study, conducted by King's College London researchers, reveals accelerated brain aging during adulthood for those born very prematurely. Researchers noted those born preterm tended to have smaller global gray matter volume and some brain structure changes in areas associate with spatial abilities and behavior control in adulthood.

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·July 26, 2017·5 min read

Risk for Bipolar Disorder Associated with Faster Aging

A new study in Neuropsychopharmacology reveals an association between faster aging and bipolar depression. Researchers discovered those with bipolar disorder who did not take lithum had shorter telomere length than those with the disorder who took the medication. The study suggests reduced telomere length could reduce hippocampal neurogenesis, increasing the risk for mood disorders.

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·July 25, 2017·5 min read

Brain Stimulation May Improve Cognitive Performance in Those With Schizophrenia

Researchers at King's College London report transcranial direct current stimulation can help to improve cognitive function in those with Schizophrenia. The researchers found the improvement in cognitive performance was seen 24 hours after the initial stimulation was applied. They suggest the changes make not be instantaneous, and may take some time to occur.

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·July 18, 2017·4 min read

Genes Account for Half of Differences in Social Mobility

According to a Psychological Sciences study, genetics may influence a child's social mobility. The findings could have significant implications for helping to reduce educational inequality.

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·July 15, 2017·4 min read

How Neurons Sense Our Everyday Life

Researchers at King's College London have identified a molecular mechanism that allows neural connections to adapt as a result of experience. This adaptation fuels our ability for memory and learning.

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·June 20, 2017·4 min read

Older Dads Have ‘Geekier’ Sons

Children of older dads may have certain advantages over their peers in educational and career settings, a new study reports.

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·May 19, 2017·5 min read

Loneliness in Young Adults Linked to Poor Sleep Quality

Lonely people are 24 percent more likely to feel tired and have a harder time concentrating, a new study reports.

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·May 13, 2017·3 min read

Newborn Baby Brain Scans Will Help Researchers Track Brain Development

Researchers have released a massive selection of neonatal and newborn baby brain scans that can help other scientists conduct additional research on human brain development.

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·April 25, 2017·5 min read

Chemo Drug May Increase Vulnerability to Depression

Temozolomide, a chemotherapy drug used to treat brain cancer, could increase risks of developing depression by preventing neurogenesis, a new study reports.