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Identification Of Possible Biomarker To Identify Seizure-Related Stress May Lead To A Better Understanding Of The Pathology Of Conversion Disorders
October 5, 2010 by NewsBot
New research from Rhode Island Hospital found that reduced levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a protein in the brain that encourages growth of neurons, may be a trait marker for individuals with psychogenic non-epileptic seizures (PNES) (seizures that are psychological in origin)...


