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·March 26, 2026·8 min read

The Natural “Biological Clock” of Stroke Recovery

High-intensity therapy in the first two weeks after a stroke does not improve hand recovery more than standard care. Natural biological repair seems to dominate the early phase of healing.

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·March 26, 2026·6 min read

Attention Failures May Predict Dementia Better Than Memory

A new study argues that attention impairment, not memory loss, should be the central focus for early dementia diagnosis. The research highlights how "attentional overload" impacts daily life and suggests new ways to improve care.

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·March 26, 2026·10 min read

Stroke Survivors’ Brains Rejuvenate to Compensate for Injury

Can a stroke make part of your brain younger? New research using deep learning reveals that undamaged brain regions reorganize and show "youthful" structural patterns to compensate for severe stroke damage.

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·March 26, 2026·7 min read

Repetition is Key: Eating the Same Meals Speeds Up Weight Loss

A 12-week study shows that repeating the same meals leads to greater weight loss. By reducing decision fatigue, "routinized eating" helps people lose 5.9% of their body weight compared to 4.3% for those eating varied diets.

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·March 26, 2026·9 min read

Mentally Active Leisure Protects Against Dementia

A 19-year study reveals that mentally active sitting—such as reading or working—can reduce dementia risk, while passive sitting like watching TV increases it. Researchers suggest "swapping" passive habits for active ones to protect long-term brain health.

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·March 25, 2026·8 min read

How the Amygdala Decides Between Freezing and Fleeing

Researchers have identified brain circuits in the central amygdala that decide whether an animal freezes or flees. The study shows that "unlearning" fear is actually a process of recalibrating these circuits, offering new insights into PTSD.

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·March 25, 2026·5 min read

Does Birth Control Increase Brain Pressure?

A new meta-analysis reveals no link between hormonal contraception and idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH). The findings offer reassurance to women using birth control, as the study found no increased risk across pills, IUDs, or implants.

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·March 25, 2026·9 min read

How the Primary Visual Cortex Computes the “Gist” of a Scene

Researchers have shown that the primary visual cortex (V1) computes statistical summaries of complex motion, such as mean and variance. This "ensemble perception" starts early in the visual hierarchy, allowing the brain to rapidly grasp the gist of a scene.

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·March 25, 2026·8 min read

ADHD Medication May Shield Against Psychosis

A massive study of 700,000 people shows that ADHD medication in childhood does not increase the risk of psychosis. In fact, starting treatment before age 13 may help protect against schizophrenia in adulthood.

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·March 25, 2026·8 min read

How the Gut Tells the Brain to Stop Eating

Researchers have discovered the molecular pathway connecting the gut immune system to the brain. By mapping how tuft cells signal the vagus nerve, the study explains why parasitic infections and gut issues cause a lingering loss of appetite.

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·March 25, 2026·9 min read

Tiny Fat Molecule Triggers the Sensation of Cold

Scientists have mapped the atomic movement of TRPM8, the protein that senses cold and menthol. This "molecular movie" reveals how lipids lock the protein open, providing a new target for treating cold-induced pain.