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Risk patterns identified that make people more vulnerable to PTSD

Researchers have built a new computational tool that identifies 800 different ways people are at increased risk for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), permitting for the first time a personalized…

Neuroscientists identify cell type in brain that controls body clock circadian rhythms

Neuroscientists have identified key cells within the brain that are critical for determining circadian rhythms, the 24-hour processes that control sleep and wake cycles, as well as other important body functions such as hormone production, metabolism, …

Finding a new test for children with concussions

Researchers are working to develop a much needed tool for helping diagnose concussions or mild traumatic brain injuries suffered by thousands of youth — hockey and football players among them.

Finding a new test for children with concussions

Researchers are working to develop a much needed tool for helping diagnose concussions or mild traumatic brain injuries suffered by thousands of youth — hockey and football players among them.

What is ‘sharenting’ and should we be worried by it?

Three quarters of parents believe that other parents overshare information about their children on social media, according to a new report.

Teaching science to the brain: How the brain learns the way things work

For the first time, scientists have traced the brain processes that occur during the learning of technical concepts. The findings reveal how new technical knowledge is built up in the brain during the course of different learning stages. The findings f…

New anti-inflammatory molecule could halt MS progression

A new drug-like molecule that can halt inflammation has shown promise in preventing the progression of multiple sclerosis. Researchers developed the molecule inhibit a key signal that triggers inflammation.

Police officers among ‘most at risk’ for workplace suicide

A study finds that law enforcement is among the most likely occupations for suicide, with farmers, doctors and soldiers also at the highest risk.

Age-related discrimination can add to healthcare woes

Discrimination by doctors or hospitals can make older patients even sickerBeing discriminated against by the healthcare profession or system can cause much more than just mere distress to older…

Scientists make surprising finding in stroke research

Scientists have made an important new discovery about the brain’s immune system that could lead to potential new treatments for stroke and other related conditions.