PTSD

Epigenetics Contributes to Male and Female Differences in Fear Memories

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 17, 2019

A new mouse study reveals males recall fearful memories better than females. Researchers attribute the difference to the gene Cdk5, which has previously been implicated in creating fear memories and stress behaviors. The study reports Cdk5 is naturally activated in males, but not females.... Read More...

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New Analytic Model to Better Identify Those at Risk of PTSD

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 11, 2019

Researchers have developed a new model that can predict the likelihood of a person developing PTSD after a shocking event.... Read More...

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Playing Tetris May Alleviate PTSD Flashbacks

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 8, 2019

According to a new study, playing the popular video game Tetris may help people with PTSD to alleviate recurring visual memories of their traumatic experiences. Researchers report after playing Tetris, PTSD patients reported a decrease in the number of flashbacks related to the trauma they experienced.... Read More...

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Histamines Can Boost Long Term Memory of Objects

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 8, 2019

Researchers report histamines can help improve memory of objects up-to 25 days longer than normal in mice, as well as improving people's long term memory test scores. The study suggests taking histamines may help alleviate symptoms of memory disorders such as Alzheimer's and other dementias.... Read More...

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Kicking and Yelling During Sleep? Risk Factors for Violent Sleep Disorder Identified

Neuroscience NewsDecember 27, 2018

Researchers have identified key risk factors for a violent sleep disorder known as REM sleep behavior disorder. According to the study, taking antidepressants, having PTSD and anxiety disorders increases the risk for violent episodes during sleep.... Read More...

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Measuring Speed of Mental Replay of Movies Gives Insight into Accessing Memories

Neuroscience NewsDecember 17, 2018

Study reports people access fully detailed memories at different speeds and levels of detail, often accessing older information first. Findings could help developing treatments for those with PTSD, researchers say.... Read More...

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Early Life Stress Hinders Neuron Development, Causing Attention Disorders: Mouse Study

Neuroscience NewsDecember 1, 2018

Female mice who experienced early life stress developed problems and had fewer neurons in areas of the brain responsible for regulating emotions and making sense of rules, researchers report.... Read More...

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MDMA Makes People Cooperative, But Not Gullible

Neuroscience NewsNovember 19, 2018

Researchers report MDMA, the main compound in ecstasy, helps people to cooperate better, but only when the other person is trustworthy.... Read More...

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Emotional Abuse Linked to Menopause Misery

Neuroscience NewsNovember 19, 2018

Researchers report menopausal women who experience intimate partner violence and emotional abuse have increased risk of developing heightened symptoms of menopause.... Read More...

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What Mass Shootings do to Those Not Shot: Social Consequences of Gun Violence

Neuroscience NewsNovember 12, 2018

Researchers report on the social and psychological consequences exposure to mass shootings have on survivors, first responders and the community as a whole.... Read More...

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One in Ten Heavy Cannabis Users Experience Withdrawal After Quitting

Neuroscience NewsOctober 22, 2018

Researchers report 1 in 10 people who are heavy cannabis users experience cannabis withdrawal syndrome upon quitting. ... Read More...

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Telling Stories Using Rhythmic Gesture Helps Children Improve Oral Skills

Neuroscience

Telling Stories Using Rhythmic Gesture Helps Children Improve Oral Skills

Neurology

Moving More in Old Age May Protect Brain From Dementia

How Gut Bacteria Affects the Treatment of Parkinson’s Disease

Psychological Distress is a Risk Factor for Dementia

AI

Wearable Sensor Could Detect Hidden Anxiety and Depression in Young Children

Using AI and Data Streams to Predict Local Flu Activity

Harnessing Machine Learning to Uncover New Insights Into the Brain

Robotics

Reinforcement Learning Expedites ‘Tuning’ of Robotics Prosthetics

How Game Theory Can Bring Humans and Robots Closer Together

3D Printed Robot Hand Plays the Piano

Psychology

Genetic Variant Implicated in Schizophrenia Development

No Link Between Bilingualism in Children and More Focus