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·January 26, 2016·4 min read

Study Details Source of Mental Problems Associated with Multiple Sclerosis

A new study sheds light on how damage in the brain caused by MS may explain the cognitive decline associated with the disease.

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·January 26, 2016·3 min read

Monoclonal Antibody Shows Promise for Reducing Memory and Learning Problems in Schizophrenia

Researchers report a monoclonal antibody that shows promise in the fight against cancer also appears to help reduce learning and memory problems associated with schizophrenia.

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·January 26, 2016·3 min read

Key Mechanism Which Prevents Memory Loss in Alzheimer’s Disease Discovered

According to a new study, PTEN alters synaptic plasticity in Alzheimer's disease.

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·January 25, 2016·4 min read

The Way to Learn

A new study reveals epigenetics may play a key role in memory and learning.

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·January 21, 2016·4 min read

Anxiety and Chronic Stress May Increase Depression and Alzheimer’s Risk

According to a new study, chronic stress and anxiety can lead to an increased risk for depression and even Alzheimer's disease.

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·January 20, 2016·7 min read

Capacity For Memory is Ten Times Greater Than Previously Thought

A groundbreaking study reports memory capacity in the brain is far higher than previously believed.

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·January 19, 2016·6 min read

Human and Animal Research Gap Bridged by Memory Test for Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer's disease research has been enhanced by researchers who have developed a comparable test of memory and learning for humans from a commonly used mouse experiment.

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·January 19, 2016·4 min read

Blackouts in the Brain: Complete Systems Perspective on Alzheimer’s

Study provides new insights into how large scale brain networks and small scale molecules contribute to Alzheimer's disease.

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·January 19, 2016·3 min read

Learning Self Management Skills Benefit People With Dementia

People with early stage dementia benefit when they are empowered to manage their condition and socialize with others who also have dementia, a new study reports.