Suicide Nation: What’s Behind the Need to Numb and Seek Final Escape?
Researchers look at why suicide rates may be on the rise in the US, finding suicidality may be more than simply a mental health issue.... Read More...
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Most Deprived are More Likely to Develop Dementia
A new data analysis study of people born between 1902 and 1943 reveals 20% of the most deprived adults were 50% more likely to develop dementia.... Read More...
Relationship Between Socioeconomic Status and the Adult Brain
According to researchers, the adult brain may be sensitive to social and economic factors. Researchers report in middle age, better socioeconomic status is associated with more efficient brain network organization and thicker gray matter.... Read More...
After 12 Years of Searching for Cause of Bipolar Disorder, Researchers Conclude it Has Many
Following a 12 year long study, researchers have identified seven phenoclasses that can help doctors to diagnose and track the progression of bipolar disorder in patients.... Read More...
Dramatic Turn-Around in Cognitive Abilities of Children Born to Older Mothers
A new study reports that, in contrast to data of 40 years ago, children born to older mothers today are more likely to perform better in cognitive ability tests than those born to younger mothers.... Read More...
Living Close to Major Roads Linked to Slightly Increased Dementia Risk
A new study suggests traffic noise and air pollution from living close to a major road could contribute to an increased risk of developing dementia.... Read More...