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·November 27, 2017·4 min read

‘Mind’s Eye Blink’ Proves ‘Paying Attention’ Is Not Just a Figure of Speech

According to researchers, when shifting attention from one spot to another, the brain blinks. They report these blinks are momentary unconscious gaps in visual perception.

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·July 16, 2020·3 min read

Brain Cells that Help Humans Adapt to Change Identified

A group of neurons located in the basal ganglia appears to play a vital role in cognitive flexibility.

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·February 25, 2019·3 min read

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.

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·November 8, 2017·3 min read

Link Between Brain’s Memory Center and Heart Function

Vanderbilt researchers report elderly people whose hearts pump less blood have reduced blood flow in the temporal lobe. Previous studies report the temporal lobe is a critical brain area for the development of Alzheimer's disease.

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·November 12, 2021·3 min read

New Target Identified for Rapid Antidepressant Drugs

Ketamine's rapid antidepressant action is due to specific synaptic effects, researchers report.

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·November 8, 2017·5 min read

Visual Intelligence Not the Same as IQ

A new study reveals differences in a person's visual ability to recognize objects is not associated with their general intelligence.

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·February 27, 2018·3 min read

Cannabis Compound Reduces Seizures

A new study reveals CBD oil may help to reduce, or even eliminate seizures, in those with epilepsy.

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·March 29, 2017·4 min read

Natural Chemical Helps Brain Adapt to Stress

Researchers report deficiencies of natural cannabinoids could result in a predisposition for developing depression and PTSD. Boosting the system could help in treating stress related disorders.

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·October 2, 2018·3 min read

Identifying the Brain Networks Involved in Free Will

Researchers report brain stimulation to different parts of a specific brain network can change perceptions of free will.

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·September 2, 2018·4 min read

Bile Acids Reduce Cocaine Reward

Using mouse models, researchers found bile diversion surgery reduced cocaine induced increases in dopamine release and cocaine related behaviors. Researchers believe bariatric surgery or the consumption of a synthetic bile drug may help curb cocaine addiction in humans.

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·April 16, 2019·4 min read

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.