Researchers have identified a new biomarker for psychosis in the striatal dopamine neurons. Those at risk for psychosis showed increased activation in the striatum for positive feedback and decreased activation when faced with negative feedback.
A new study explores the relationship between problem behaviors associated with autism and gastrointestinal symptoms. Findings suggest younger children on the autism spectrum with aggressive problem behaviors are 11.2% more likely to have co-occurring nausea, whereas older children with ASD had more complex relationships between internalizing symptoms and GI problems.
Images from 3D scanners can be used to help improve focus on body appreciation, which may help to improve mental health outcomes for young people.
Mitochondrial function may help explain the link between intelligence, general health and aging.
Oxytocin and cortisol levels are higher in women with dissociative PTSD.
Teenagers who regularly eat breakfast with their parents have a more positive body image than those who skip the meal or do not eat with their family.
A new study makes the case that obstructive sleep apnea should be viewed as a low grade chronic inflammatory disease.
Researchers report a single instance of binge drinking could alter a gene associated with sleep regulation.
Researchers have identified a link between neurotransmitter imbalance and brain connectivity in brain areas associated with social communication and language in those with ASD.
A new study reveals fMRI imaging and behavioral measures could be biomarkers for predicting those at risk of developing psychosis. Researchers report people at risk of psychosis have problems in activating the striatum when they receive feedback based learning.
According to a new study, melatonin works by suppressing neurons that keep you awake and alert. The findings could pave the way for new treatments for insomnia.
Researchers have developed a new rat model of Alzheimer's disease that can be used to study the accumulation of amyloid plaques.
