Study provides insights on the effects of cannabidiol on severe form of epilepsy
The effect cannabidiol has on Lennox-Gastaut syndrome may be explained by the drug-drug interaction between CBD and anti-seizure medication.... Read More...
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Study questions video games’ effects on violent behavior
A new study backs previous findings that there is not enough evidence to support the view that violent video games lead to acts of violence.... Read More...
Study examines personality and motivation in relation to internet gaming disorder
Researchers identify predictors for those at risk of internet gaming disorder (IGD). Those most at risk for developing IGD are male, have neurotic or introverted personality traits, and are motivated to acquire in-game achievements.... Read More...
Migraines linked to higher risk of dementia
Migraines significantly increase the risk of developing all types of dementia, including Alzheimer's disease. ... Read More...
Low vitamin D levels linked to non-motor symptoms in patients with Parkinson’s disease
Vitamin D supplementation may help reduce some of the non-motor symptoms associated with Parkinson's disease.... Read More...
Study examines cannabis’ effects on brain neurochemistry
Study evaluates the effects of regular cannabis use on cortical dopamine function in youth at high risk of psychosis. ... Read More...
Study provides insights into depression in people with inflammatory bowel disease
A link between disease activity in those with inflammatory bowel disease and less positive biases in emotional regulation could explain a higher risk of depression in those with IBD.... Read More...
Alzheimer’s therapy may help overcome opioid addiction
Galantamine, a medication used to treat Alzheimer's disease, shows promise in helping break opioid addiction.... Read More...
Epilepsy drugs during pregnancy linked with later childhood behavioral problems
Women who take certain antiepilepsy medications while pregnant have an increased risk of their children experiencing behavioral problems as they grow up.... Read More...
Psychostimulants play a major role in fatal strokes among young adults
Psychostimulant use in young adults is correlated with an increased risk of stroke.... Read More...
How Sleep Deprivation Affects Our Genes
Study reveals sleep deprivation is associated with lower DNA repair gene expression and more breaks in DNA. The damage to DNA may explain the increased risk of cancers and neurodegenerative diseases in those who are sleep deprived. ... Read More...
Negative Social Media Behaviors Associated with Depression in Millennials
Researchers link social media factors to major depressive disorder in Millennials. The study found those with MDD were less likely to post photos of themselves with other people and reported having less social media followers.... Read More...