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·June 27, 2023·4 min read

Orangutans Simultaneously Produce Dual Sounds: A Clue to Human Speech Evolution

Orangutans are capable of simultaneously producing two different sounds, akin to human beatboxers or songbirds. Through observations of vocalising orangutan populations in Borneo and Sumatra, researchers discovered this shared vocal phenomenon.

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·June 27, 2023·4 min read

COVID-19 Worries Influence Emotional Quality of Daydreams

A new study investigated the connection between COVID-19-related anxieties and the emotional content of daydreaming and nighttime dreaming. It found a significant correlation between daily COVID-19 worries and the emotional quality of daydreaming.

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·June 27, 2023·8 min read

Childhood Poverty’s Impact: Reshaping the Brain’s Communication Pathways

Growing up in poverty may impact a child’s brain development, specifically in the white matter tracts which facilitate communication between different brain regions. The research, part of the large-scale Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development Study, links neighborhood and household poverty to these crucial aspects of brain structure.

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·June 27, 2023·6 min read

Brain Chemical Imbalance Detected in OCD

Researchers discovered a neurochemical imbalance in the brains of patients with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Using magnetic resonance spectroscopy, they found a disrupted balance between neurotransmitters glutamate and GABA in two specific regions of the frontal lobes.

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·June 27, 2023·5 min read

Neuronal Secrets of Number Processing

Researchers developed an innovative method to measure human brain activity at the cellular level, unveiling how our brain processes numbers. Utilizing microelectrodes during “awake” brain surgery, the researchers found that individual neurons specialize in handling specific numbers, becoming especially active when their "preferred" number is presented.

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·June 27, 2023·5 min read

Brain Imaging Unveils Multiple Subtypes of Major Depressive Disorder

A recent study identified multiple subtypes of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) using brain imaging. Over 2,000 participants were involved in the study, which analyzed functional connectivity in the brain.

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·June 26, 2023·4 min read

Sense of Purpose May Shield Against Loneliness

A sense of purpose in life, irrespective of its nature, can be a robust defense against loneliness. A new study, involving over 2,300 Swiss adults, found fewer instances of loneliness among individuals who led a purposeful life.

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·June 26, 2023·6 min read

Liver Scars Link to Cognitive Decline

Researchers identified a significant correlation between liver fibrosis, a symptom of chronic liver diseases, and reduced cognitive abilities, possibly mediated by inflammation. Findings hint at a liver-brain axis, underscoring the interconnectedness of physical and mental health.

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·June 26, 2023·6 min read

Six Degrees of Connection: A Mathematical Take on Social Ties

Scientists used mathematics to explain the social phenomenon of six degrees of separation. Their work suggests that the balance between the cost and benefit of maintaining social connections shapes the global human social network.

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·June 26, 2023·4 min read

The Psychology of Conspiracy Theorists: More Than Just Paranoia

A new study delves into the intricate psyche of conspiracy theorists, attributing their beliefs to a mixture of personality traits and motivations. The study suggests conspiracy theorists are not necessarily 'mentally unwell', but often resort to conspiracy theories to fulfill unmet needs and rationalize distress.

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·June 26, 2023·3 min read

New Neural Pathway to Combat Fentanyl Addiction Identified

Researchers reveal the significant role of claustral neurons in controlling fentanyl consumption. The study, harnessing a novel method that mirrors real-life opioid intake scenarios, opens new avenues in our understanding of addiction and potential treatments.

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·June 26, 2023·6 min read

A Fading Sense of Smell: New Predictor of Late-Life Depression?

Researchers identified a correlation between loss of smell and an increased risk of developing late-life depression. The study, spanning eight years and involving more than 2,000 older adults, doesn't establish causality but suggests that an impaired sense of smell might indicate overall health and well-being.