Autism spectrum disorders
Five myths about autism
As knowledge and awareness of autism grows in the community, so do the myths.
Mar 27, 2012
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Child coordination disorder ups risk of mental health issues
(HealthDay) -- Children with probable developmental coordination disorder (DCD) at age 7 have a significantly increased risk of depression and mental health difficulties at age 10, according to a study published online March ...
Mar 27, 2012
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Medical research
'Brain fog' of menopause confirmed
The difficulties that many women describe as memory problems when menopause approaches are real, according to a study published today in the journal Menopause, the journal of the North American Menopause Society.
Mar 14, 2012
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Cultural differences may impact neurologic and psychiatric rehabilitation of Spanish speakers
The number of people with neurological and psychiatric disorders in Spanish-speaking countries has increased over the past two decades. The February issue of NeuroRehabilitation assesses important factors that should be considered ...
Mar 9, 2012
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Psychiatry debates whether the pain of loss is really depression
The pain of losing a loved one can be a searing, gut-wrenching hurt and a long-lasting blow to a person's mood, concentration and ability to function. But is grief the same as depression?
Feb 17, 2012
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Planned actions improve the way we process information
Preparing to act in a particular way can improve the way we process information, and this has potential implications for those with learning disabilities. Researchers funded by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) ...
Jan 16, 2012
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Autism spectrum disorders
Study finds melatonin eases sleep woes in children with autism
(Medical Xpress) -- A new Vanderbilt study shows that the over-the-counter supplement melatonin is promising in helping children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), and their families, sleep better.
Jan 9, 2012
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Neuroscience
'BINGO!' game helps researchers study perception deficits
Bingo, a popular activity in nursing homes, senior centers and assisted-living facilities, has benefits that extend well beyond socializing. Researchers found high-contrast, large bingo cards boost thinking and playing skills ...
Jan 3, 2012
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Scientists discover a brain cell malfunction in schizophrenia
Scientists at The Scripps Research Institute have discovered that DNA stays too tightly wound in certain brain cells of schizophrenic subjects.
Dec 28, 2011
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Study shows additional benefits of progesterone in reducing preterm birth risk
(Medical Xpress) -- An analysis of five previous studies has uncovered additional evidence of the effectiveness of progesterone, a naturally occurring hormone, in reducing the rate of preterm birth among a high-risk category ...
Dec 15, 2011
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