Antioxidant precursor molecule could improve Parkinson’s
N-acetylcysteine (NAC) appears to positively affect the dopaminergic system, helping to improve symptoms in those with Parkinson's disease.... Read More...
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Why marijuana affects different people differently
By looking at THC’s effect on a rat brain, the researchers showed that THC, the main psychoactive compound in marijuana, can produce highly rewarding effects in the front-most part of a region of the brain called the nucleus accumbens. The image is in the public domain.... Read More...
Clues to Brain Changes in Depression Discovered
A new study sheds light on how the brain processes rewards and provides a deeper understanding on the neurobiology of depression.... Read More...
Researchers Find Brain Signal that May Help Us Navigate the Holiday Buffet
Researchers report they have discovered the region of the brain that registers excitement over a preferred food option. The study reports the findings could help develop new therapies and treatments to potentially combat obesity and encourage healthier eating.... Read More...
Diet and Weight May Affect Bipolar Treatment Response
Researchers report diet and weight may hinder the response to medications for some with bipolar disorder. The study found those who had a better quality of diet and lower BMI responded better to treatments than those who were overweight and ate foods that promoted inflammation.... Read More...
Maged1 Gene Protects Against Cocaine Addiction
A new study reports mice lacking the Maged1 gene are unable to acquire an addiction to cocaine.... Read More...
What Makes Aggressive Mice So Violent?
Targeting a protein associated with addiction could help reduce aggression levels, researchers report.... Read More...
Why Do We Fall Asleep When We’re Bored?
According to researchers, the nucleus accumbens, an area of the brain associated with pleasure and motivation, can also promote sleep. Researchers believe the findings might help answer why we often fall asleep when we are bored.... Read More...
Potassium Channels May Unlock Future Precision Medicine Treatments for Alcoholism
Researchers have identified specific potassium channel genes that are altered by alcohol addiction.... Read More...
Revealing The Connection Between Female Estrogen Cycle and Cocaine Addiction
According to a new study, cocaine has the most potent effects on the female brain when estrogen levels are at their highest.... Read More...
Why Risk Taking Behavior Increases During Adolescence
Researchers uncover a casual relationship between behavioral control and a specific imbalance in brain function that exists during adolescence. ... Read More...
Researchers Identify Neurons Devoted to Social Memory
Ventral CA1 neurons in the hippocampus store memories of acquaintances, a new study reports.... Read More...