Neuroscience
Novel technology ties brain circuits to alertness
Stanford University investigators have for the first time tied several brain circuits to alertness.
Nov 2, 2017
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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
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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Addiction
Breaking Bad and crystal meth—a chemical reaction
Crystal meth has at least two faces, in common with those people unfortunate enough to succumb to its charms, as these horrific before-and-after pics show. I'd like to look at the drug chemically, to shine a light on what ...
Aug 28, 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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