Neuroscience
Researchers find 'lost' memories using light
Memories that have been "lost" as a result of amnesia can be recalled by activating brain cells with light.
May 28, 2015
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Neuroscience
Neurons constantly rewrite their DNA
Johns Hopkins scientists have discovered that neurons are risk takers: They use minor "DNA surgeries" to toggle their activity levels all day, every day. Since these activity levels are important in learning, memory and brain ...
Apr 27, 2015
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Medical research
Brains of people with Down syndrome age faster, study discovers
A new UCLA study is the first to demonstrate that Down syndrome accelerates aging in different parts of the body. The researchers showed that the biological age of brain tissue from someone with Down syndrome appeared 11 ...
Feb 19, 2015
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Molecular tag explains differences in brain's response to anger, fear
When people perceive anger and fear in others, a region of the brain called the amygdala sends signals throughout the rest of the brain that allow us to prepare for potentially threatening situations.
Feb 9, 2015
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Neuroscience
Neuroscience study points to possible use of medical marijuana for depression
Scientists at the University at Buffalo's Research Institute on Addictions (RIA) are studying chronic stress and depression, with a focus on endocannabinoids, which are brain chemicals similar to substances in marijuana.
Feb 5, 2015
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Psychology & Psychiatry
How the end of football season can trigger withdrawal symptoms
When the football season ends with the final play of Sunday's Super Bowl, some fans may begin to feel withdrawal symptoms.
Feb 3, 2015
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Why some antidepressants may initially worsen symptoms
New research helps explain a paradoxical effect of certain antidepressants—that they may actually worsen symptoms before helping patients feel better. The findings, highlighted in a paper publishing online December 17 in ...
Dec 17, 2014
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Halloween, fear and the brain
Children and adults alike are digging out those spooky costumes ready for a celebration. We've reached that time of year again: Halloween. October 31 is dedicated to remembering the dead.
Oct 31, 2014
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Overweight & Obesity
Eating breakfast increases brain chemical involved in regulating food intake and cravings
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), many teens skip breakfast, which increases their likelihood of overeating and eventual weight gain. Statistics show that the number of adolescents struggling ...
Oct 15, 2014
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Neuroscience
Oxycodone may be more dangerous than other addictive pain medication
While all prescription opioids can be abused, oxycodone may be more potent in its ability to promote changes in the brain relevant to addiction.
Oct 6, 2014
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