FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 4, 2018·4 min readDaytime Naps Help Us Acquire Information Not Consciously PerceivedResearchers report an afternoon nap can help us to process unconscious information and enhance cognition.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·October 2, 2018·4 min readThe Dire Consequences of Sleep DeprivationA new study reveals sleep deprivation can seriously hinder memory. Researchers report one of the main reasons for mistakes and accidents in surgery, transportation and operating power plans appears to be a lack of sleep.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·October 1, 2018·3 min readInsufficient Sleep Associated with Risky Teen BehaviorA new study reports teens who sleep for less than 6 hours per night are at greater risk of mental health issues, substance abuse, accidents and other risk taking behaviors.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·September 27, 2018·6 min readLimiting Children’s Screen Time to Less Than 2 Hours a Day Linked to Better CognitionResearchers say limiting children's access to screen time to two hours a day, in addition to physical activity and quality sleep, helps to improve cognitive development.Read More
FeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·September 25, 2018·4 min readBaby Sleeping in Parents’ Bedroom Not Related to Later Life Behavioral ProblemsContrary to popular belief, researchers report infants who co-sleep in their parent's bedroom do not experience an increased risk of developing behavioral problems later in childhood. The study reports there are beneficial outcomes of co-sleeping, such as improved child sleep quality and increased prosocial behavior.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·September 24, 2018·3 min readHow Nature and Nurture Shape the Sleeping BrainUsing EEG to study twin teenagers, researchers tease apart the influence of genetic and environmental factors on brain activity during sleep.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·September 7, 2018·5 min readDaytime Sleepiness Linked to Increased Alzheimer’s RiskA new study reports daytime sleepiness may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. Researchers report those who are sleepy during the day are three times more likely to have amyloid beta deposits in their brains.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·September 5, 2018·3 min readLosing Just Six Hours of Sleep Increases Diabetes RiskAfter just one sleep deprived night, the ability of the liver to produce glucose and insulin is altered, increasing the risk of developing metabolic diseases, such as type 2 diabetes, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·September 4, 2018·6 min readDementia Symptoms Peak in Winter and SpringResearchers say there is a link between improved cognitive functioning in Alzheimer's disease and different seasons. The study reports those with Alzheimer's have better cognitive skills during late summer and early fall. Additionally, there was an association with seasonality and levels of Alzheimer's related proteins in the brain.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·August 26, 2018·6 min readHow Sleep May Contribute to Adverse Weight GainResearchers report just one night of sleep loss can have a tissue specific impact on metabolism and the regulation of gene expression. The study could explain why those who suffer chronic sleep loss or work shifts are at greater risk of obesity and type 2 diabetes.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·August 26, 2018·4 min readKey Brain Circuits for Reward Seeking and Avoidance Behavior IdentifiedResearchers have identified two subpopulations of neurons in the BNST that connect to separate populations of neurons in the lateral hypothalamus which appear to drive two opposing emotional states; avoidance and reward seekingRead More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·August 24, 2018·4 min readSweeter Dreams in a Peaceful MindAccording to researchers, people with higher levels of peace of mind have more positive dream emotions. By contrast, those who feel anxious report more negative dreams.Read More
