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·June 22, 2021·3 min read

Self-Reported Declines in Cognition May Be Linked to Changes in Brain Connectivity

Self-reported cognitive decline was associated with altered functional connectivity in the hippocampus and dorsal anterior insular, a new study reports.

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·June 22, 2021·7 min read

Signs of Inflammation in Brains of People Who Died of COVID-19

Post-mortem studies of COVID-19 patients revealed significant signs of neuroinflammation and impaired brain circuits which researchers believe were caused by the disease. Researchers said the changes noticed in the brains of COVID patients were similar to the changes that occur in both Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease.

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·June 22, 2021·6 min read

It’s True: Stress Does Turn Hair Gray (and It’s Reversible)

Study confirms stress can accelerate premature graying of hair, but there is hope. Reducing stress helps to restore some of your natural color.

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·June 22, 2021·4 min read

In Many Cases, Multiple Sclerosis Starts Long Before the Diagnosis

More frequent hospital and doctor's office visits in the years leading up to multiple sclerosis diagnosis with early MS type symptoms are usually associated with a prodromal phase of the disease, when they should be regarded as an ongoing progression of the autoimmune disorder.

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·June 22, 2021·5 min read

Brain Differences in Interpreting Physical Signals in Mental Health Disorders

Activity in the dorsal mid insular could drive different interpretations in bodily sensations in those with mental health disorders like depression, anorexia, and panic disorders.

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·June 22, 2021·4 min read

Mental Well-Being Higher In the Summer vs. Fall

People report mental distress is reduced in the Summer compared to the Fall. Researchers speculate the seasonal improvement in mental wellbeing could be a result of improved diet, more frequent exercise, and improved sleep quality during the Summer months.

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·June 22, 2021·4 min read

Children Recycle Brain Regions When Acquiring New Skills

A new study sheds light on visual development and learning in children. Researchers found cortical recycling in the ventral temporal cortex reflects adjustments to changing visual demands throughout childhood.

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·June 22, 2021·4 min read

Personality Traits Relate to Being a Morning or Evening Person

People who ranked higher for conscientiousness and lower in openness tend to be morning people, a new study reports. Researchers say the link between personality traits and morning/evening chronotypes is partly due to genetic factors.

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·June 22, 2021·4 min read

Running to Music Combats Mental Fatigue

Listening to music while running can help improve people's performance when they feel mentally fatigued.

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·June 21, 2021·5 min read

Men Who Perceive Their Marriage as Unsuccessful Are at High Risk for Premature Death

Men who complain of dissatisfaction in their marriages are at increased risk of premature death associated with cardiovascular events, a new study reports.

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·June 21, 2021·5 min read

Investigational Alzheimer’s Drug Improves Biomarkers of the Disease

Gantenerumab, an investigational drug for Alzheimer's disease, reduced amyloid plaques and lowered tau levels in the brains of people with genetic risk factors for the neurodegenerative disorder.