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·December 4, 2024·6 min read

Newly Discovered Brain Circuit Predicts Response to Stress

Researchers identified a brain circuit involving the amygdala and hippocampus that predicts resilience to stress in mice. Mice with disrupted neural communication in this circuit struggled to seek rewards, but activating the neurons restored resilience and improved decision-making.

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·December 4, 2024·3 min read

Leaded Gas Exposure Linked to Mental Illness

A new study estimates that childhood lead exposure, peaking between 1960 and 1990 due to leaded gasoline, caused 151 million excess cases of mental illness by 2015. Researchers linked historic lead exposure data to mental health symptoms, finding that personality changes and mental health disorders were most pronounced among Generation X.

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Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·December 3, 2024·3 min read

Alone Time Helps Reduce Holiday Stress

46% of Americans don’t get enough alone time during the holiday season, even though 56% say it’s crucial for their mental health. Taking brief moments alone can help the nervous system settle, reducing stress and improving well-being during this busy time.

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·December 3, 2024·6 min read

How We Filter Out Background Sounds When Speaking

Researchers have traced how the brain filters out background noise during speech using signals between the motor and auditory cortices. These milliseconds-long electrical signals, called auditory corollary discharge, originate in the motor cortex's precentral gyrus and travel to the auditory cortex's superior temporal gyrus.

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·December 2, 2024·5 min read

Violence Exposure and Firearms Linked to Teen Suicide Risks

A study of U.S. high school students reveals a strong link between suicidal behavior, externalizing behaviors (such as physical violence), and exposure to violence. Adolescents with a history of weapon carrying or engaging in violent acts were found to have a higher risk of injurious suicide attempts, particularly when firearms are accessible.

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·November 30, 2024·7 min read

Masculine Ideals Double Suicide Risk in Men

Men who strongly adhere to traditional masculine ideologies, such as suppressing emotions and valuing independence, are more than twice as likely to attempt suicide compared to those with more egalitarian views. The study identified three groups of men—Egalitarians, Players, and Stoics—with Stoics being at the highest risk due to their attitudes and behaviors, especially during mental health crises.

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·November 29, 2024·4 min read

Family History of Mental Illness Increases Aggression Risk in CTE

A new study reveals that individuals with chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) and a family history of mental illness have a heightened risk of aggression during adulthood, particularly between ages 40 and 59. Researchers analyzed data from 845 men with histories of head injuries, finding that those with both CTE and a family history of mental illness displayed significantly more aggressive behaviors than those with only one risk factor.

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·November 27, 2024·4 min read

Depression Linked to Increased Menstrual Pain

Depression may increase the risk of menstrual pain, or dysmenorrhea, through mechanisms such as sleep disturbances. Using genetic analysis, researchers found that depression likely causes period pain, rather than the reverse, highlighting an underexplored connection between mental and reproductive health. The study suggests that addressing sleep issues and mental health could improve treatment for severe menstrual pain.

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·November 26, 2024·6 min read

Fitness Trackers Detect Mood Episodes in Bipolar Disorder with High Accuracy

Data from fitness trackers can detect mood episodes in individuals with bipolar disorder with up to 89.1% accuracy for mania and 80.1% for depression. Researchers used passively collected, noninvasive data and machine learning algorithms to identify mood changes, demonstrating the potential for real-time monitoring.

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·November 26, 2024·4 min read

Brain Biomarker Could Predict Psychosis Before Symptoms Emerge

Researchers have identified a brain biomarker that may predict psychosis onset before symptoms appear, enabling earlier interventions and personalized care. MRI scans revealed abnormal connectivity patterns in sensory brain networks, with weaker connections between sensory regions and stronger connections to the thalamus.

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·November 25, 2024·3 min read

Can Cannabis Help ADHD?

Researchers are investigating how cannabis affects ADHD symptoms, focusing on its interactions with the body's endocannabinoid system. Evidence suggests cannabis influences attention, hyperactivity, and anxiety, but the findings are limited due to legal restrictions and the complexity of ADHD presentations.

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·November 23, 2024·5 min read

Alcohol Use Predicts Escalating Cannabis Vaping Among Youth

A recent study highlights alcohol as the strongest predictor of cannabis vaping initiation and experimentation among youth and young adults, regardless of demographic factors. Conducted over three years, the research found that alcohol consumption increased the likelihood of transitioning from non-use to cannabis vaping.

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mental health

Newly Discovered Brain Circuit Predicts Response to Stress

Leaded Gas Exposure Linked to Mental Illness

How We Filter Out Background Sounds When Speaking

Violence Exposure and Firearms Linked to Teen Suicide Risks

Masculine Ideals Double Suicide Risk in Men

Family History of Mental Illness Increases Aggression Risk in CTE

Depression Linked to Increased Menstrual Pain

Fitness Trackers Detect Mood Episodes in Bipolar Disorder with High Accuracy

Brain Biomarker Could Predict Psychosis Before Symptoms Emerge

Can Cannabis Help ADHD?

Alcohol Use Predicts Escalating Cannabis Vaping Among Youth

Mapping Brain-to-Spinal Cord Pathways for Motor Control

Rare Brain Cells Offer Clues to Aging and Rejuvenation

Structural Sexism Tied to Faster Memory Decline in Older Women

Chronic Gut Virus May Play a Role in Alzheimer’s Development

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