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·August 27, 2018·5 min read

How Cells Make Connections Could Impact Circadian Rhythm

Researchers have developed a new, data driven approach to reveal the topology of networks connected to the circadian clock.

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·August 26, 2018·4 min read

Key Brain Circuits for Reward Seeking and Avoidance Behavior Identified

Researchers have identified two subpopulations of neurons in the BNST that connect to separate populations of neurons in the lateral hypothalamus which appear to drive two opposing emotional states; avoidance and reward seeking

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·August 22, 2018·3 min read

How Brains of Doers Differ From Those of Procrastinators

Researchers use neuroimaging technology to identify brain differences between those who procrastinate and those who are doers. The study reveals people with poor action control have a larger amygdala, and the connection between the dorsal ACC and amygdala is less pronounced.

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·August 21, 2018·3 min read

‘Compulsivity Circuit’ in Heavy Drinkers Identified

Researchers identify a driving network for compulsivity in those with alcohol use disorders. The study reports heavy drinkers have more activity in the prefronal cortex, insular and striatum, areas of the brain critical for reward and decision making.

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·August 19, 2018·5 min read

The Real Promise of LSD, Mushrooms and MDMA for Medical Science

Researchers explore why using hallucinogens to treat an array of mental health disorders is becoming more popular.

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·August 2, 2018·5 min read

Machine Learning Links Dimensions of Mental Illness to Brain Network Abnormalities

Researchers use machine learning technology to identify brain based dimensions of mental health disorders.

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·July 30, 2018·1 min read

What Keeps the Brain Awake?

A new study reveals a specific pathway in the brains of fruit flies that prevents them from falling asleep during the day.

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·July 25, 2018·5 min read

Neural Link Between Depression and Bad Sleep Identified

Researchers have identified a neural link between depression and sleep problems. The study reports brain regions associated with short term memory, self and negative emotions are strongly connected in those with depression, and this may lead to bad sleep quality.

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·July 24, 2018·5 min read

Meditation Affects Brain Networks Differently in Long Term Meditators and Novices

Researchers discover differences in the brain's emotional networks between those who do not meditate, novice meditators and those who have practiced meditation for a long time.

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·June 24, 2018·6 min read

Why Our Brains See the World As “Us” Versus “Them”

Researchers say our neural circuits could be responsible for why we find comfort in those who are similar to us and why we are often uneasy with those who might differ from us.

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·June 20, 2018·3 min read

Weak Brain Nodes Have Strong Influence on Memory Network

Researchers report that for memory formation, the nucleus accumbens is both upstream and influential.

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·June 16, 2018·6 min read

How Intensive Instruction Changes Brain Circuitry in Struggling Readers

Eight weeks of specialized tutoring helps strengthen white matter connections in those with dyslexia, helping to improve reading performance, researchers say.