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·February 22, 2015·2 min read

Experimenting Preteens May Have Different Brain Processes

Researchers report preteens who like to experiment and engage in new experiences have stronger neural connections and brain processes than those who don't.

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·February 22, 2015·2 min read

Highly Processed Foods Linked to Addictive Eating

A new study confirms highly processed foods are capable of triggering addictive eating behaviors.

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·February 20, 2015·3 min read

Neck Pain Can Be Changed Through Altered Visual Feedback

Altering visual cues which inform the brain about the body can have an impact on pain, a new study reports.

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·February 20, 2015·2 min read

Diabetes and Depression Predict Dementia Risk in People with MCI

According to a new study, people with MCI have a greater risk of developing dementia if they have diabetes.

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·February 20, 2015·3 min read

New Clues to Causes of Birth Defects

Researchers report they believe they have found a possible clue as to why older mothers have higher risk of offspring with birth defects characterized by abnormal chromosome numbers.

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·February 19, 2015·4 min read

Study Finds Helpful Features and Gaps in Digital Games and Learning

A new study reviews how teachers use video games to educate children in the classroom. The report identifies the features teachers find most useful in tracking learning.

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Autism Featured

·February 19, 2015·3 min read

Research Aims to Utilize Symptom of Autism to Improve Reading Comprehension

Researchers aim to improve reading comprehension in children with ASD by using their 'perseverative interest'.

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·February 17, 2015·3 min read

Studying Other Animals Can Help Us Answer What It Means to Be a Musical Species

A new study reports cross species research could help unlock which features of human music are rooted in our biology, and which are a cultural phenomena.