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·July 11, 2019·4 min read

‘Crosstalk’ between genes promotes brain inflammation in Alzheimer’s

Findings could help in the development of treatments to prevent brain inflammation associated with Alzheimer's disease.

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·June 13, 2019·4 min read

How is a mother’s immunity transferred to her baby?

Study reveals how a pregnant woman's vaccine-induced immunities are transferred to her offspring via the placenta. The findings have positive implications for the development of new, more effective maternal vaccines.

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·February 13, 2019·4 min read

Drinking and Drug Use Dreams During Recovery Linked to More Severe Addiction History

A new study reports relapse dreams are more common in those with severe clinical histories of addiction. Researchers say the frequency of these relapse dreams decrease as the brain and body adapt to abstinence.

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·February 11, 2019·5 min read

Brain Cells that Modulate Behavioral Response to Threats Identified

Researchers implicate neurons within the dorsolateral septum in the regulation of fearful behaviors in mice.

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·February 4, 2019·5 min read

Excess Immune Pruning of Synapses in Neural Cells Derived From Patients with Schizophrenia

Researchers have directly observed excessive synaptic pruning in cells derived from people with schizophrenia.

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·January 23, 2019·6 min read

Physical Activity Can Prevent Against Depression

A new study adds to growing evidence that higher levels of physical activity can help reduce the risk of developing mental illness. Researchers found physical activity can reduce depression risks in those genetically vulnerable to depressive disorders.

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·January 19, 2019·3 min read

“Happiness” Exercises Boosts Mood For Those Recovering From Addiction

Positive psychology exercises have significant benefit in boosting mood for those recovering from substance addiction, a new study reports.

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·January 7, 2019·6 min read

How Does Solid Stress From Brain Tumors Cause Neuron Loss and Neurological Dysfunction?

A new study reveals how the physical force exerted by the solid components of brain tumors impacts surrounding tissue, resulting in apoptosis and neurological dysfunction. Researchers reports the drug lithium, commonly prescribed for bipolar disorder, can help reverse some of the damage caused by the solid stress of the tumor.

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·October 19, 2018·5 min read

Regulating Microglial Activity May Reduce Inflammation in Neurodegenerative Diseases

Researchers report activating microglia may help reduce the imbalance between neuroprotection and neurotoxicity for neurodegenerative diseases.

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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

Exercise Generates New Neurons and Improves Cognition in Alzheimer’s: Mouse Study

Researchers report exercise can promote adult hippocampal neurogenesis and improve cognition in mouse models of Alzheimer's disease. The study identifies ways to mimic the beneficial effects of experience through pharmacological and gene therapy.

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·August 21, 2018·4 min read

It’s All in the Eyes: Amygdala’s Role in the Experience and Perception of Fear

A new study reveals a new hypothesis about the role the amygdala plays in the experience and perception of fear. Researchers say, instead of directly mediating fear, the amygdala is involved in a person's ability to attend to the whites of another person's widening eyes, something that is more generally important to social functioning.

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Mass General

‘Crosstalk’ between genes promotes brain inflammation in Alzheimer’s

How is a mother’s immunity transferred to her baby?

Drinking and Drug Use Dreams During Recovery Linked to More Severe Addiction History

Brain Cells that Modulate Behavioral Response to Threats Identified

Excess Immune Pruning of Synapses in Neural Cells Derived From Patients with Schizophrenia

Physical Activity Can Prevent Against Depression

“Happiness” Exercises Boosts Mood For Those Recovering From Addiction

How Does Solid Stress From Brain Tumors Cause Neuron Loss and Neurological Dysfunction?

Regulating Microglial Activity May Reduce Inflammation in Neurodegenerative Diseases

Widespread Inflammation in Brains of Those with Fibromyalgia

Exercise Generates New Neurons and Improves Cognition in Alzheimer’s: Mouse Study

It’s All in the Eyes: Amygdala’s Role in the Experience and Perception of Fear

How Your Brain Saves Nostalgia From Scandals

Dietary Lecithin Linked to Lower Cognitive Impairment

How to Map Brain Circuits Without Touching a Single Neuron

Overlooked Blood Cell May Tracks Parkinson’s Brain Changes

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