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·December 12, 2022·5 min read

A Possible Neural Link Between Early Life Trauma and Binge-Eating Disorder Discovered

8 in 10 sufferers of binge eating disorders experienced trauma during childhood. Researchers discovered leptin is less effective in the lateral hypothalamus of those who suffered childhood trauma.

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·December 12, 2022·5 min read

The Concept of Belief Changes Related to Psychedelic Experiences

A single psychedelic experience increases beliefs about consciousness, meaning, purpose, and a range of nonphysicalist beliefs.

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·December 11, 2022·6 min read

Long-Term Consumption of Food Allergens May Lead To Behavior and Mood Changes

Food allergens can affect your brain and behavior if you are hypersensitized, even if you don't suffer from typical food allergy symptoms.

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·December 11, 2022·4 min read

CAR-T-Cell Shows Promise in Patients With Lymphoma of the Brain and Spinal Cord in Early Trial

Axicabtagene ciloleucel (axi-cel), a form of CAR-T therapy appears to be safe and has encouraging signs of efficacy in treating both lymphoma of the brain and spinal cord injury.

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·December 11, 2022·6 min read

Novel Brain Imaging Study Seeks Answers to Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia Mysteries

Neuroimaging study reveals neurovascular coupling may be at the root of chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, and other disorders.

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·December 11, 2022·3 min read

Swelling Along Brain’s Axons May Be True Culprit in Alzheimer’s Disease

The formation of plaques can cause the accumulation of spheroid-shaped swellings along axons near the amyloid plaque deposits. The swellings are caused by lysosomes, which digest cellular waste. As the swelling enlarges, it can block the transmission of signals from one area of the brain to another.

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·December 11, 2022·2 min read

Visual Snow, a Rare Disorder

Visual snow, or visual static is a rare disease in which people see a type of "TV static" in their vision. The condition affects around 2% of the population. While the disorder itself can not be treated, it is possible to treat symptoms associated with the disorder.

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·December 11, 2022·4 min read

Constant Smartphone Notifications Tax Your Brain

Constant push notifications on smartphones may affect cognition by decreasing concentration and increasing distraction. Researchers found heavy smartphone use was associated with poor concentration recovery following a notification and alterations in brain activity that made people more sensitive to push notifications.

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·December 10, 2022·6 min read

Pop’Balloons: The First Serious Mixed-Reality Game for Autistic Children

Researchers have developed a new mixed reality game that can help children on the autism spectrum to develop better motor skills.

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·December 10, 2022·7 min read

Brain-Computer Interfaces Could Allow Soldiers to Control Weapons With Their Thoughts and Turn Off Their Fear

Brain-computer interfaces are currently being used to assist those with neuromuscular disorders in regaining everyday functions such as mobility and communication. The military is developing BCI technology to aid members in rapid response to threats. Researchers investigate the ethical questions of using neurotech such as BCI on the battle field.

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·December 10, 2022·4 min read

How Neurons Autonomously Regulate Their Excitability

The SLK protein plays a key role in neuron excitability and sensitivity, researchers report.

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·December 10, 2022·6 min read

Harnessing the Brain’s Immune Cells to Stave off Alzheimer’s and Other Neurodegenerative Diseases

Researchers have identified a protein that could be leveraged to help microglia in the brain stave off Alzheimer's and other neurodegenerative diseases.