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The image shows a child holding a sign with the word autism written on it.

·December 2, 2013·3 min read

Air Pollution and Genetics Combine to Increase Risk for Autism

Researchers find exposure to air pollution appears to increase the risk of developing autism in those which a specific genetic disposition to the disorder.

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·December 2, 2013·3 min read

Messy Children Make Better Learners

Researchers show toddlers who get messy in their high chairs are learning more.

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·November 30, 2013·2 min read

The Pauses that Refresh the Memory

Researchers discover certain symptoms of schizophrenia could arise from uncontrolled activation of neurons which help build memories during rest periods.

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·November 25, 2013·2 min read

Experiencing Awe Increases Belief in the Supernatural

Researcher claim awe-inspiring sights could underlie a trigger for believing in the supernatural.

The diagram is of the autism genes discovered in this study.

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·November 21, 2013·5 min read

Scientists Pinpoint Cell Type and Brain Region Affected by Gene Mutations in Autism

Researchers discover abnormalities in cortical projection neurons during the development of the prefrontal cortex are a significant factor in the emergence of autism.

These brain scans are taken from the study.

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·November 21, 2013·2 min read

Playing Computer Games Makes Brains Feel and Think Alike

Playing computer games can bring players' brain activity and emotional responses into unison, a new study finds.

MRI of patient with brain trauma and resultant brain herniation.

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·November 20, 2013·2 min read

Brain Still Injured from Concussion After Symptoms Fade

Neuroimaging brain scans show evidence of brain abnormalities four months after a mild concussion occurs, researchers report.

This mri scan shows the location of the amygdala.

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·November 20, 2013·3 min read

Size, Connectivity of Brain Region Linked to Anxiety Level in Young Children

Using neuroimaging technology to measure the size and connectivity of the amygdala allows researchers to predict the degree of anxiety a young child experiences in daily life, a new study reports.