Autoimmune disease and stress: Is there a link?
Researchers consider why those with autoimmune diseases are more likely to have a previous diagnosis of stress-related disorders. ... Read More...
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Anxiety might be alleviated by regulating gut bacteria
A new meta-analysis study reports regulating intestinal microbiota is more than 50% effective at helping to reduce anxiety. Non-probiotic interventions were more effective than probiotic interventions at helping to relieve symptoms. ... Read More...
Exposure to air pollution before and after birth may affect fundamental cognitive abilities
Exposure to air pollution during pregnancy or during early life is linked to a reduction in cognitive abilities during child development. Greater fine particulate matter 2.5 exposure between fetal stage and 7 years old was associated with lower working memory scores in boys at age 10. Early life exposure to PM2.5 was also correlated with attention problems in both boys and girls.... Read More...
Pilot study opens new possibilities for AI to enhance cognitive performance
A new deep learning system, dubbed, CURATE.AI, creates individualized profiles for training can be customized to improve cognitive performance.... Read More...
Virtual reality can spot navigation problems in early Alzheimer’s disease
People with mild cognitive impairment who had positive biomarkers for Alzheimer's disease in their cerebrospinal fluid performed worse on virtual reality navigation tasks. Virtual reality which incorporates navigational tasks could prove a helpful tool in the early diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease for those at risk.... Read More...
Did Leonardo da Vinci have ADHD?
Researchers present a new hypothesis which may explain why da Vinci had so much trouble completing his work. A new study proposes da Vinci may have suffered from ADHD. ... Read More...
Exercise is the new primary prescription for those with mental health problems
Adding exercise as a treatment for patients in psychiatric care facilities has positive benefits and is proving to be more effective than medications or psychotherapy alone. Exercise helps reduce mental health disorder symptoms such as anxiety, depression, anger and psychomotor agitation. Researchers say exercise also helps to develop a more balanced and integrated sense of self for those with mental health disorders.... Read More...
Creativity: A question of impulsiveness
The effects of schedule autonomy on creative performance are dependent upon a person's level of impulsivity. The more impulsive a person is, the more creative they are. The reverse is true for those who are more controlled.... Read More...
Bacteria in fermented food signal the human immune system, explaining health benefits
A metabolite produced by lactic acid bacteria binds to the third hydroxycarboxylic acid receptor (HCA), signalling the immune system. Researchers believe the receptor evolved to allow great apes to consume foods that were starting to decay. They suggest the receptor could mediate some beneficial and anti-inflammatory effects of lactic acid in humans, and could serve as a target to treat inflammatory diseases.... Read More...
A new pathway for an anti-aging drug
TRPML1 may contribute to the neuroprotective and anti-aging properties of rapamycin. ... Read More...
Proof it’s possible to enhance or suppress memories
Using optogenetics to stimulate different areas of the hippocampus has the ability to enhance or suppress memories in mice. The findings could have implications for suppressing memories associated with traumatic events in PTSD, and also in enhancing cognitive ability or improving memory for those with neurodegenerative diseases, in the future. ... Read More...
The math behind the music
Using a statistical mechanics framework, researchers gain insight into why basic ordered patterns emerge in music and uncover emergent structures of musical harmony. ... Read More...