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·March 2, 2016·3 min read

Linking Specific Brain Areas to Depression

According to a new study, damage in specific brain structures appear to be associated with a greater risk of developing depression.

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·March 1, 2016·3 min read

Cognitive Deficits in People With Brain Injury May Be Result of Connectivity Disruptions

Researchers have identified complex brain connectivity patterns in TBI patients that may explain cognitive deficits.

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·March 1, 2016·5 min read

Neuroimaging Shows Impact of PTSD in Earthquake Survivors

A new study shows surprising differences in brain structure among adult survivors of earthquakes both with and without PTSD.

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·February 27, 2016·3 min read

Genetic Cause of Compulsive Behavior in Dogs May Further Understanding of Human OCD

Researchers have identified genetic pathways that exacerbates the severity of compulsive behavior in dogs. The findings could lead to better understanding and treatment of human OCD.

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·February 26, 2016·4 min read

Could Deep Brain Stimulation Help Treat Alzheimer’s Disease?

A pioneering study is underway to test the effectiveness of deep brain stimulation in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease.

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·February 25, 2016·5 min read

Vigorous Exercise Boosts Neurotransmitters and May Help Restore Mental Health

A new study focuses on why exercise may be an important tool in treating depression and other disorders linked to GABA or glutamate deficiencies.

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·February 23, 2016·2 min read

How Explosive Shock Waves Harm the Brain

A new study aims to deepen understanding of how shock waves harm the brain and contribute to TBIs.

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·February 23, 2016·3 min read

Speech Loss Linked to Loss of Brain Interconnections in Stroke Patients

A new study reports the damage to underlying brain connections caused by stroke may affect the severity of aphasia.

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·February 20, 2016·6 min read

Novel Combination of Ingredients in Formula Offers Support for Brain Development

Researchers report a novel combination of MFGM, lactoferrin and prebiotics added to a DHA and ARA formula advanced brain development in piglets. This advanced formula could potentially be used on human babies.

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·February 17, 2016·5 min read

The Teenage Brain and Schizophrenia

Researchers are developing new imaging techniques that are able to reveal where and over what time scale abnormalities in the brain develop in people with mental health problems.