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·April 14, 2020

Advanced, high-res MRI scans reveal link between cognitive abilities and ‘tree ring’ layers in the brain

Object and facial recognition abilities are associated with the same brain area but are characterized by different depths of cortical layers, which form at the age each ability was acquired. Read More

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·January 13, 2020

Study sheds light on link between cannabis, anxiety and stress

A naturally occurring molecule produced by the brain activates endocannabinoid receptors, protecting against stress by reducing anxiety-producing connections between the amygdala and the prefrontal cortex. The findings may help explain why people turn to marijuana when they feel anxious or stressed. Read More

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·November 22, 2019

What leads to compulsive alcohol use?

A network linking the medial prefrontal cortex and brainstem plays a critical role in the development of compulsive drinking disorder and is a driver for its expression. Read More

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·June 29, 2019

Early detection of schizophrenia

Elevated levels of inhibited temperament in childhood may reflect a vulnerability for developing schizophrenia. Read More

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·June 28, 2019

Exploring perceptions of touch in people with autism

Researchers explore how touch perception differs in those on the autism spectrum. Read More

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·May 19, 2019

Brain network activity can improve in epilepsy patients after surgery

Functional connectivity problems associated with temporal lobe epilepsy appear to improve after surgery. Read More

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·April 19, 2019

High-risk genes for schizophrenia discovered

Study identifies 104 high-risk genes for schizophrenia. One gene considered high-risk is also suspected in the development of autism. Read More

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·April 16, 2019

Indicators of despair rising among Gen X-ers entering middle age

Study reveals evidence of rising feelings of despair in Generation X'ers reaching middle age that cuts across racial, educational and geographical divides. Read More

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·February 25, 2019

High Fructose Corn Syrup Consumption Linked to Bipolar Like Behaviors: Adolescent Rat Study

Researchers report adolescent rats exposed to high fructose corn syrup in their diets were more prone to experience symptoms associated with bipolar disorder. Read More

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·February 18, 2019

Modulating Stress Circuits

A new study reveals a unique population of corticotropin releasing factor neurons in female mice that may mediate differences in stress response. Read More

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·February 9, 2019

Women’s Hormones Play Role in Drug Addiction and Higher Relapse Rates

A new study reports the female hormone cycle may explain why women are more prone to addiction and affected by triggers that lead to relapse. Read More