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·November 3, 2023·5 min read

Promising Targets Discovered for Rare Brain Disorder PSP

Researchers have identified new therapeutic targets for progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), an incurable brain disorder with symptoms mimicking Parkinson's and dementia. The study focused on RNA sequencing from brain samples of over 400 individuals.

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·October 28, 2023·4 min read

The Two Faces of Stress: Nurturing Resilience and Recognizing Overload

Stress, a reaction to demands, isn't universally negative; it has its benefits. The positive side, eustress, can foster well-being and resilience.

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·August 28, 2023·8 min read

Acting Out Dreams: Sleep Disorder A Warning Sign of Parkinson’s Disease

Researchers are probing into REM sleep behavior disorder (RBD), a condition where people physically act out their dreams. This parasomnia is more than a nocturnal hazard: research indicates a strong link between RBD and neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s.

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·August 11, 2023·4 min read

Mini-Brains’ Reveal Autism’s Neuronal Imbalance Origins

Scientists utilized organoids, or "mini-brains," to explore the roots of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Their study highlighted an imbalance of excitatory cortical neurons in the forebrains of ASD patients.

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·February 4, 2023·1 min read

Postpartum Depression Is More Than Baby Blues

Symptoms of postpartum depression usually begin to arise three weeks after the birth of a child and are defined by differences in mood and anxiety levels. PPD can last for a year or longer. Baby blues, by contrast, typically last for two weeks.

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·December 11, 2022·2 min read

Visual Snow, a Rare Disorder

Visual snow, or visual static is a rare disease in which people see a type of "TV static" in their vision. The condition affects around 2% of the population. While the disorder itself can not be treated, it is possible to treat symptoms associated with the disorder.

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·November 7, 2022·2 min read

Can Music Help Someone With Alzheimer’s Disease?

Musical memories are often preserved in those with Alzheimer's disease. Researchers say listening to music can have a positive impact on emotion and behavior for those with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia.

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·October 6, 2022·5 min read

Boost Your Brain With Boredom

Boredom can stimulate creativity and improve problem-solving, all while giving the brain a much-needed rest.

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·April 23, 2022·1 min read

Know the Difference Between Adult and Teen Depression

Depression symptoms in teens often present themselves differently from those in adults with clinical depression.

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·April 19, 2022·4 min read

Research Team Affirms Useful Blood Biomarker for Group of Brain Disorders in New Study

Study confirms neurofilament light is a useful blood-based biomarker for frontotemporal dementia, PSP, and primary progressive aphasia.

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·March 28, 2022·4 min read

New Computational Model Proposed for Alzheimer’s Disease

A new computational model uses the entire function of the brain rather than specific networks or areas to explain the relationship between mental processing and brain anatomy. The model aims to discover how the brain works and breaks down as a result of aging and dementia.