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Noninvasive ultrasound pulses used to precisely tweak rat brain activity

Biomedical engineers report they have worked out a noninvasive way to release and deliver concentrated amounts of a drug to the brain of rats in a temporary, localized manner using ultrasound.

Transplanted neurons incorporated into a stroke-injured rat brain

Today, a stroke usually leads to permanent disability – but in the future, the stroke-injured brain could be reparable by replacing dead cells with new, healthy neurons, using transplantation. Researchers have taken a step in that direction by showin…

Getting closer to an effective treatment for Parkinson’s

A study shows new mechanisms behind Parkinson’s disease, which can be key mechanisms for future treatment. More than 10 million people worldwide have Parkinson´s disease.

ADHD: Younger children ‘may be overdiagnosed’

New research suggests that the birth date of a child might influence their risk of being diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Talk therapy strengthens brain connections to treat psychosis

A new study suggests that cognitive behavior therapy can strengthen brain connections in a way that leads to long-term recovery from psychosis.

Estrogen regulates the brain’s fear response, protecting against PTSD

A new study examines how the sex hormone estrogen affects gene regulation in the brain, affecting the formation of fear memories and PTSD.

Inattentive ADHD: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Learn all about inattentive ADHD, a type of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. This article looks at the condition’s symptoms and treatment options.

Modafinil found to improve memory in people recovering from depression

A new study funded by the Medical Research Council (MRC) and Wellcome, and published in the journal Biological Psychiatry: Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuroimaging, has found that the…

Mars and Venus on the therapist’s couch

Generally speaking, men want a quick fix from psychological therapy and women want to talk about their feelings.

Trapped by the game: Why professional footballers don’t talk about their mental health

Professional footballers do not feel it is safe to show vulnerability or admit to experiencing emotional struggles.