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Maternal micronutrients, nurturing environment boost child development

A new study offers a recipe for parents who want smarter kids: maternal micronutrient supplements during pregnancy, early life nurturing, happy moms, and educated parents.

The lasting effects of ministrokes may contribute to dementia

Investigators report preclinical research showing that microinfarcts induce prolonged dysfunction in brain areas estimated to be 12-times larger than the visible injury site. Data from c-Fos assays and in vivo hemodynamic imaging reveal how individuall…

Dementia: Bilingualism may help brain conserve resources and resist decline

New research suggests years of bilingualism alters the brain to use resources more efficiently when concentrating, giving insights to successful aging.

New research study creates new opportunities for treating brain diseases

Immunotherapy has proven to be effective against many serious diseases. But to treat diseases in the brain, the antibodies must first get past the obstacle of the blood-brain barrier. In a new study, a research group describes their development of a ne…

One in five young people lose sleep over social media

One in five young people regularly wake up in the night to send or check messages on social media, according to new research. This night-time activity is making teenagers three times more likely to feel constantly tired at school than their peers who d…

Benzodiazepines and related drugs increase stroke risk among persons with Alzheimer’s disease

The use of benzodiazepines and benzodiazepine-like drugs was associated with a 20 per cent increased risk of stroke among persons with Alzheimer’s disease, shows a recent study from the University…

Natural Remedies for ADHD

Learn about natural remedies for treating the symptoms of ADHD. This article looks how supplements and lifestyle changes may be able to help.

Schizophrenia could directly increase risk of diabetes

People with early schizophrenia are at an increased risk of developing diabetes, even when the effects of antipsychotic drugs, diet and exercise are taken out of the equation, according to an…

Annual report examines state of college student mental heath

Despite increased demand for counseling centers on college campuses, students aren’t necessarily getting sicker.

Musicians have faster reaction times

New research demonstrates that musical training improves reaction time to auditory and tactile stimuli. The findings open the door to new types of therapy.