Tag: Neuroscience
It’s the core of psychiatric diagnosis. And it’s about to get a makeover.
Imagine a blueprint that guides everything from understanding the most complex mental health challenges to shaping treatment plans and even informing research. For decades,...
Scientists just found a new clue connecting obesity to a higher risk of dementia.
We all want to age gracefully, with our minds as sharp as our spirits. The idea of losing our cognitive edge is a deeply...
ADHD Meds: A Brainy Rethink on How Stimulants Really Work
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G'day, science fans! A recent study is flipping the script on how we understand ADHD stimulant medications like Adderall to function in the...
Scientists reversed Alzheimer’s in mice and restored their memory.
Imagine a world where the relentless march of Alzheimer's disease could be not just slowed, but genuinely reversed. For many years, such a notion...
Scientists get a clearer picture of Alzheimer’s early signs.
Alzheimer's disease casts a long shadow, affecting millions worldwide and presenting profound challenges for individuals and their families. For decades, diagnosis often occurred once...
Fasting Diets Could Be Really Changing Your Brain.
The buzz around fasting diets isn't just about weight loss anymore. From intermittent fasting to extended fasts, these eating patterns are making waves, and...
Our brains go through 5 ‘eras’ as we age, scientists reveal.
For too long, we've viewed the journey of our brains through life as a simple, perhaps even linear, process – a climb to a...
GLP-1s have a surprising new role: tackling alcohol and drug addiction. (The Washington Post)
You’ve likely heard of GLP-1 medications, the groundbreaking drugs transforming the landscape of weight management and diabetes care. But what if these same medications...
Camels might help stop Alzheimer’s! New research reveals how their tiny antibodies could protect the brain from memory loss
In a world grappling with the silent epidemic of Alzheimer's disease, a remarkable and perhaps unexpected ray of hope is emerging from the deserts...
Scientists Pinpoint the Brain Cells Causing Anxiety – And How to Turn Them Down
Anxiety. It’s that knot in your stomach, the racing thoughts at 3 AM, the feeling of dread that casts a shadow over bright days....
Turns out, this is how chameleons aim their eyes separately.
Chameleons. Just saying the word conjures images of vibrant colors, slow-motion movements, and, of course, those incredible, independently swiveling eyes. For years, their unique...
Good news: We may soon have a way to clear our brains of a common parasite.
The human brain, a marvel of complexity, is also surprisingly vulnerable. For years, scientists have understood that a common, often asymptomatic parasite can take...
