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Mild Problem Solving Tasks Improve Brain Function After Concussion

Neuroscience NewsJune 19, 2018

A new study reports performing a simple cognitive task four days after a concussion can help activate brain areas that improve memory function and can guard against the psychological affects of brain injury.... Read More...

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Content of Service Members’ Art Linked to Their Trauma Levels

Neuroscience NewsJune 12, 2018

Researchers discover a correlation between clinical symptoms of PTSD, depression and anxiety in visual self expression masks service members were asked to create during art therapy.... Read More...

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Gene Variant May Increase Psychiatric Risk After TBI

Neuroscience NewsMay 14, 2018

A new study has linked the APOE4 gene to mental health issues some people face following TBI. Researchers report people with the APOE4 gene had significantly higher scores for depression, PTSD and anxiety following TBI than those without the genetic variant. ... Read More...

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Dementia Risk Doubles Following Concussion

Neuroscience NewsMay 7, 2018

A new study adds to growing evidence that concussions can lead to neurodegenerative diseases. Researchers report the likelihood of developing dementia was found to double following a concussion, even when consciousness wasn't lost, in a veteran study. ... Read More...

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Can a Brain Injury Change Who You Are?

Neuroscience NewsApril 21, 2018

A new article looks at how TBI can force personality changes in patients.... Read More...

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Concussion May Increase Parkinson’s Risk

Neuroscience NewsApril 19, 2018

A new study reveals veterans who suffered a concussion are at a 56% increased risk of developing Parkinson's disease.... Read More...

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Researchers Watch Brain’s Lining Heal After Head Injury

Neuroscience NewsApril 16, 2018

Researchers watch, in real time, as immune cells help repair the meninges following mild traumatic brain injury.... Read More...

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Study Confirms Link Between TBI and Dementia

Neuroscience NewsApril 10, 2018

A new, large scale study reveals people who have experienced a traumatic brain injury have a significantly increased risk of developing dementia than those without a history of TBI. ... Read More...

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Brain Injury May Boost Risk of Early Onset Alzheimer’s

Neuroscience NewsMarch 1, 2018

Researchers report concussions and TBI could increase the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease at an early age.... Read More...

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Amygdala May Play Bigger Role in Facial Recognition

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 12, 2018

Researchers report the amygdala may play a bigger role in facial recognition than previously thought. According to a new study, the amygdala responds more specifically to images of the face than the fusiform face area does. ... Read More...

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Traumatic Brain Injury Causes Intestinal Damage

Neuroscience NewsDecember 8, 2017

Researchers have identified a link between traumatic brain injury and intestinal changes. A new study reports the intestinal changes may contribute to increased risk of developing infections and could worsen brain damage in TBI patients.... Read More...

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