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Previously unappreciated neurotransmitter system in the brain discovered

Neuroscience NewsMarch 5, 2020

Researchers have identified a novel neurotransmitter system in the brain. The system signals transmission of innate olfactory information to areas of the brain associated with emotional processing via the TAAR5 receptor. The findings could help in the development of new treatments for depression and schizophrenia.... Read More...

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How early life trauma can contribute to functional neurological disorder

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 13, 2020

Findings shed light on what happens in the brains of patients with functional neurological disorders as well as other trauma-related brain disorders.... Read More...

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Kisspeptin hormone injection can boost brain activity associated with attraction

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 13, 2020

A shot of the reproductive hormone kisspeptin enhances brain activity in response to olfactory and visual cues of attraction in men. The findings reveal a previously undescribed attraction pathway in humans activated by the hormone and identify kisspeptin signaling as a potential therapeutic pathway for psychosexual and reproductive disorders.... Read More...

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Cities increase your risk of depression, anxiety and psychosis – but bring mental health benefits too

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 5, 2020

While the risks of developing depression, anxiety disorders, and psychosis are significantly higher for urban dwellers, researchers report there are some positive impacts on mental health for those who live in big cities.... Read More...

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Brain mechanisms have potential to block arthritis pain

Neuroscience NewsOctober 10, 2019

Researchers discover the amygdala is a critical site of action for pain modulation. An existing compound, LY379268, provides pain-relieving effects and helps to reduce anxiety.... Read More...

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Gender impacts brain activity in alcohol use disorder

Neuroscience NewsMay 4, 2019

Men with alcohol use disorder have diminished brain activity in areas associated with emotional processing, memory and social processing, compared to women with AUD. The findings may lead to gender-specific treatments to help relieve addition to alcohol.... Read More...

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Haunted by the past: Insomniacs unable to get emotional distress off their mind

Neuroscience NewsApril 25, 2019

For some, insomnia may be caused by failing to neutralize emotional distress. Researchers speculate the sleep disorder could be caused by brain circuits that regulate emotion. ... Read More...

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Finding the Elusive Drinking ‘Brake’

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 22, 2019

Researchers have uncovered a mechanism in the BNST that senses the negative effects of alcohol and modulates the urge to drink. The study reports that when this mechanism doesn't function correctly, we lose the ability to recognize that we have had enough to drink. ... Read More...

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Brain Signature of Depressed Mood Identified

Neuroscience NewsNovember 8, 2018

A new study reveals common brain activity patterns associated with depressive moods. ... Read More...

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Brain Activity Pattern May Be Early Sign of Schizophrenia

Neuroscience NewsNovember 8, 2018

Researchers have identified abnormalities in specific neural networks that may be a biomarker to predict the risk of developing schizophrenia.... Read More...

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Diet Has Bigger Impact on Emotional Well Being in Women than Men

Neuroscience NewsAugust 27, 2018

According to researchers, women may need a diet that includes a larger spectrum of nutrients which help support mood, compared to men.... Read More...

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Bigger Human Brain Prioritizes Thinking Hub, But at a Cost

Neuroscience NewsJune 1, 2018

A new study reports the larger the growth of areas associated with thinking in the cortex, the slower the growth of regions associated with emotional, sensory and motor skills.... Read More...

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Wastewater test could provide early warning of COVID-19

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Artificial Intelligence for Very Young Brains

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New Study Uses Robots to Uncover the Connections Between the Human Mind and Walking Control

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How stress remodels the brain

Psychiatric disorders after first birth reduce likelihood of subsequent children

limbic system

Previously unappreciated neurotransmitter system in the brain discovered

How early life trauma can contribute to functional neurological disorder

Kisspeptin hormone injection can boost brain activity associated with attraction

Brain mechanisms have potential to block arthritis pain

Gender impacts brain activity in alcohol use disorder

Haunted by the past: Insomniacs unable to get emotional distress off their mind

Finding the Elusive Drinking ‘Brake’

Brain Signature of Depressed Mood Identified

Brain Activity Pattern May Be Early Sign of Schizophrenia

Diet Has Bigger Impact on Emotional Well Being in Women than Men

Bigger Human Brain Prioritizes Thinking Hub, But at a Cost