Health
New algorithm determines ideal caffeine dosage and timing for alertness
According to a recent study, a newly developed algorithm may be the key to optimizing alertness with caffeine.
Jun 4, 2018
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Alertness
Health
Light and caffeine improve driver alertness
Bright light combined with caffeine can improve driving performance and alertness of chronically sleep deprived young drivers, according to a QUT road safety study.
Aug 9, 2016
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Health
Italian adolescents wrongly believe energy drinks are comparable to soda and sports drinks
Energy drinks (EDs) are marketed as having the ability to improve energy, alertness, concentration, and athletic performance. These beverages have become increasingly popular among teenagers and young adults over recent years, ...
Apr 8, 2014
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Health
Blue light may fight fatigue around the clock
Researchers from Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) have found that exposure to short wavelength, or blue light, during the biological day directly and immediately improves alertness and performance. These findings are published ...
Feb 3, 2014
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Health
Drowsy driving an increasing hazard, say medical experts
(Medical Xpress)—Many of us make light of that relatively short drive home. But getting behind the wheel when you're sleepy can cost lives and lead to imprisonment and a hefty fine.
Oct 28, 2013
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Neuroscience
Cognitive enhancers don't improve cognition, function in people with mild cognitive impairment
Cognitive enhancers—drugs taken to enhance concentration, memory, alertness and moods—do not improve cognition or function in people with mild cognitive impairment in the long term, according to a new study by researchers ...
Sep 16, 2013
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Sleep disorders
CPAP therapy provides beauty sleep for people with sleep apnea
A new study suggests that people with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) are perceived to appear more alert, more youthful and more attractive after at least two months of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy.
Sep 13, 2013
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Neuroscience
Computer test reveals high prevalence of attention disorders in stroke patients
(Medical Xpress)—A majority of stroke patients have problems paying attention and could be helped by brain-training computer games, a new study suggests.
Aug 27, 2013
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Challenging the necessity of anti-psychotic drugs
Trials are currently underway to evaluate how the mental health and behaviour of adults with learning disabilities is affected by the gradual withdrawal of their anti-psychotic medication.
Jul 3, 2013
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Medications
Investigational drug improves sleep disorder among the blind
An investigational new drug significantly improved a common and debilitating circadian rhythm sleep disorder that frequently affects people who are completely blind, a multicenter study finds. The results were presented Monday ...
Jun 17, 2013
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