FeaturedNeurology·May 25, 2017·5 min readCannabis Derivative Cannabidiol Reduces Seizures in Severe Epilepsy DisorderA cannabis derivative reduced seizure frequency by 39% in patients with Dravet syndrome.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 15, 2017·4 min readCertain Immune Reactions to Viruses Cause Learning ProblemsA new study reports researchers have discovered the mechanism which may cause learning disorders and memory problems as a result of the immune system's reaction to viral infections like HIV and flu.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 3, 2017·4 min readNew Role Discovered For Brain RegionResearchers implicate the thalamus in focusing attention during decision making.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyPsychology·April 7, 2017·5 min readDeep Brain Stimulation Decreases Tics in Young Adults with Severe Tourette SyndromeDeep brain stimulation helps reduce movement tics and verbal outbursts in people suffering from Tourette, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·March 2, 2017·3 min readNew Mechanism to Control Information Flow in the BrainSst interneurons play a vital role in controlling information flow in the brain when we are awake and alert, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·February 22, 2017·6 min readtDCS Combined With Computer Games at Home Reduces Cognitive Symptoms of Multiple SclerosisA new study reports improvements in problem solving abilities in MS patients who use transcranial direct current stimulation.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsPsychology·February 13, 2017·3 min readGene That Helps Form Trauma Related Memories May Also Help Prevent PTSDResearchers report a steroid routinely given to reduce inflammation can alter the expression of a gene associated with fear extinction, preventing the formation of fear memories associated with PTSD.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·January 23, 2017·5 min readBalance May Rely on Timing of MovementFindings could help to find new treatments for people with balance problems.Read More