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·November 5, 2014·2 min read

Brain Changes Linked to Prematurity May Explain Risk of Neurodevelopmental Disorders

A new study could help explain why preterm babies are at higher risk of neurodevelopmental disorders.

Autism Featured Neurology

·November 4, 2014·3 min read

Brain Anatomy Differences Between Autistic and Typically Developing Individuals Are Indistinguishable

A new study reports the brain anatomy in MRI scans of those with autism and typically developing individuals is virtually indistinguishable above the age of six.

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Featured Neuroscience

·November 3, 2014·3 min read

Neuroscientists Offer Novel Insight on Brain Networks

A new study looks at how the brain changes as we age and how different areas of the brain communicate with one another.

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Featured Psychology

·October 23, 2014·2 min read

Reminiscing Can Help Boost Mental Performance

Researchers report performance of complex mental tasks can be boosted by 'off task' mental activities, such as reminiscing.

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Featured Neuroscience

·October 22, 2014·2 min read

Light Alcohol Consumption During Later Life Associated With Better Episodic Memory

Moderate alcohol consumption in people over the age of 60 is linked to greater hippocampal volume and better episodic memory, a new study reports.

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Featured Neuroscience

·October 20, 2014·2 min read

Study Suggests Mental Rest and Reflection Boost Learning

A new study reports mental rest and reflection boost memory and learning.

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Featured Open Neuroscience Articles Psychology

·October 20, 2014·4 min read

Rapid Agent Restores Pleasure Seeking Ahead of Other Antidepressant Action

Treatment resistant bipolar disorder patients experienced a reversal of a key symptom 40 minutes after a single infusion of ketamine, a new study reports.

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Featured Neurology

·October 16, 2014·4 min read

Scientists Find ‘Hidden Brain Signatures’ of Consciousness in Vegetative State Patients

Researchers report finding hidden signatures in the brains of vegetative state patients that point to networks which support consciousness, even if the patient appears to be unresponsive.

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·October 15, 2014·6 min read

Brain’s Compass Relies on Geometric Relationships

People use geometrical relationships to help orient themselves, a new study reports.

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Featured Psychology

·October 14, 2014·4 min read

Orphanage Care Linked to Thinner Brain Tissue in Regions Related to ADHD

A new neuroimaging study reports Romanian children who spent their early years in orphanages often have thinner brain tissue in cortical areas corresponding to attention and impulse control.