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·August 3, 2021·4 min read

The Creation of Abstract Thoughts in the Brain

Combining artificial intelligence, mathematical modeling, and brain imaging data, researchers shed light on the neural processes that occur when people use mental abstraction.

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·July 29, 2021·4 min read

When Stressed, People Are Quicker to Jump to the Worst Conclusions

When feeling stressed people are more likely to jump to more undesirable conclusions based on little evidence, a new study concludes.

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·July 24, 2021·7 min read

New Dietary Treatment for Epilepsy Well Tolerated and Reduced Seizures

K.Vita, a new oral dietary substance based on the ketogenic diet, reduced seizures by up to 50% in children and adults with drug-resistant epilepsy.

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·July 19, 2021·6 min read

Living Near Woodlands Is Good for Children and Young People’s Mental Health

Researchers found a correlation between better cognitive function and lower risk of emotional or behavioral problems in children and teens who live close to woodland areas and green spaces.

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·July 5, 2021·4 min read

Being Clean and Hygienic Need Not Impair Childhood Immunity

Researchers report a cleaner living environment may not detrimentally impact a child's developing immune system, as current theories suggest.

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·June 30, 2021·4 min read

Abnormalities in How the Brain Reorganizes Prior Experiences Identified in Schizophrenia

Neuroimaging study reveals abnormalities in memory replay in those with schizophrenia.

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Featured Psychology

·June 18, 2021·2 min read

Going With Your Gut Can Result in Better Decision-Making Than Using Detailed Data Methods

People who trust their gut instinct with simple decision-making strategies make equally as good, but faster, decisions as those who rely on data methods alone.

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·June 4, 2021·5 min read

Neurological Symptoms Like Fatigue Common in Mild COVID

Neurological and psychological symptoms associated with COVID-19 infection, such as fatigue and depression, are more common in those with mild coronavirus infection than previously believed.

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·May 30, 2021·5 min read

Tooth Loss May Affect Ability to Carry Out Everyday Tasks

Older adults with more natural teeth are better able to carry out simple everyday tasks like cooking and cleaning compared to those who have lost their teeth, a new study reports. Researchers found a causal link between tooth loss and functional capacity in older adults. Tooth loss was also associated with a decline in social activity.

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·May 19, 2021·6 min read

New Insight Into Protein Production in Brain Could Help Tackle Dementia

Researchers have identified a layer of genetic material involved in controlling the production of tau in the brain. The material is part of a larger family of non-coding genes that regulate and control other brain proteins associated with neurodegenerative disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's, and PSP. The findings could lead to the development of new therapeutics to treat a range of neurodegenerative disorders.

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·May 19, 2021·6 min read

Robotic ‘Third Thumb’ Use Can Alter Brain Representation of the Hand

A newly developed robotic thumb imprints how the hand is represented in the brain. Using the robotic thumb, researchers reported improvements in conducting dexterity tasks, such as building with blocks. Additionally, those who trained to use the additional thumb began to feel as though the digit was a part of their body.