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Older Adults' Views on Digital Brain Health: A Natural Language Processing Study

November 19, 2024

Imagine you're 65 and suddenly, technology is promising to predict and monitor Alzheimer's disease. But what do older adults actually think about a digital brain health platform? This study dives into their perspectives using natural language processing. It's like reading their minds, but in a tech-

science

Exploring Brain Connections: The Patch-Walking Technique

November 18, 2024

Studying how neurons connect in the brain is tough. The traditional method, called patch clamping, is slow and requires a lot of effort. Scientists have come up with a new way to make this process faster and more efficient. Instead of taking all the tiny electrodes out every time, they clean just on

technology

VR and Brain: A New Way to Train the Mind

November 15, 2024

Virtual reality (VR) is making big waves in the world of brain training. With the rise of affordable VR technology and easy-to-use software, scientists are finding new ways to use VR for neurofeedback training. Neurofeedback, or NF, is a method that helps people learn to control their brain signals.

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Does Childhood Trauma Impact Brain Connectivity in Schizophrenia?

November 15, 2024

Schizophrenia, known for its brain dysconnectivity issues, has puzzled scientists who wonder if childhood trauma (CT) affects this. A study looked at whether self-reported CT can explain the brain's wiring issues in these individuals. This study compared structural brain connectivity in people with

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Unraveling the Links Between Brain Structure, Genes, and Comorbidity in Mental Disorders

November 15, 2024

Mental health issues like major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder, and schizophrenia often overlap and can be accompanied by other mental health problems. But why do some people develop these additional issues? Scientists are still trying to figure this out, particularl

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Recovery from Brain Injuries Due to Violence: What We Know

November 15, 2024

Violence-related traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are on the rise, yet there's a shortage of reviews that delve into their rehabilitation. This review aims to uncover how accessible and utilized rehabilitation services are for people who've suffered TBIs from interpersonal violence. The uniqueness of

science

Training Rats to Drive: Insights into Anticipation and Joy

November 12, 2024

Imagine training rats to drive tiny cars! A neuroscientist did just that. These rodents learned to navigate fun challenges like steering towards treats. Rats in enriched environments mastered driving quicker, showing their brains adapt to complex tasks. The project hit media storm and helps how futu

health

Sleep and Memory: A New Connection

November 8, 2024

Scientists found that deep sleep might help older adults with early signs of Alzheimer's keep their memory sharp. A study with 62 healthy older folks showed that those with brain changes linked to Alzheimer's did better on memory tests when they got more deep sleep. This benefit was seen even when o

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Daytime Sleepiness: A Warning Sign for Brain Health?

November 7, 2024

Feeling sleepy during the day? It might be more than just tiredness, especially if you're older. A new study found that people who feel exhausted and lack enthusiasm have a higher risk of developing something called motoric cognitive risk syndrome (MCR). This syndrome links to a slow walking speed a

education

17th Year of School: Did It Make a Difference?

November 7, 2024

In 1972, Britain rolled out an education reform that added an extra year of schooling, making it 16 years in total. This change set up a unique experiment for researchers to compare the brain health of adults who got that extra year with those who didn't. Surprisingly, a study led by Nickolas Judd a