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Intravenous Ketamine May Rapidly Reduce Suicidal Thinking in Depressed Patients: Small Study

Repeat intravenous treatment with low doses of the anesthetic drug ketamine quickly reduced suicidal thoughts in a small group of patients with treatment-resistant depression, a new study reports.

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Parental Depression Influences Risk Taking Behaviors in Adolescents

A new study links parental depression with increased activity in areas of the teen brain associated with risk taking behaviors.

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Study Finds Visual and Tactile Processing Deficits in Schizophrenia

A new study reports some people with schizophrenia could have visual and tactile processing deficits.

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Withdrawn Children Display Predictable Brain Activity During Social Interactions

Researchers believe their findings could help to prevent at-risk children from developing anxiety disorders.

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Brain Patterns Predict How Fast Adults Learn New Languages

A five minute measurement of resting state brain activity may predict how quickly an adult learns a second language.

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Eating Seafood Once a Week Could Slow Memory Loss

According to a new study, eating seafood and other Omega 3 rich foods at least once a week could help stave off age related memory loss.

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Can Running Barefoot Help Improve Working Memory?

A new study reports running without your shoes could lead to better cognitive performance.

Mouse Model of Autism Offers Insights For Human Patients

Researchers have developed a new mouse model of a genetically linked type of autism. The new model helps reveal more about the role of genes and brain changes associated with the disorder.