Vascular Risks Linked to Brain Health and Cognitive Decline – Neuroscience News
Summary: A new study reveals that brain topological resilience (BTR) negatively correlates with age and vascular risk factors while positively correlating with cognitive function. Researchers analyzed data from two multi-ethnic cohorts, finding that lower BTR is associated with cognitive decline….
Low-Birth-Weight Infants Linked to Later Cognitive Decline – Neuroscience News
Summary: Giving birth to low-birth-weight infants may be associated with memory and thinking problems later in life. The research, involving 15,323 women, showed that cognitive decline in mothers with low-birth-weight deliveries was equivalent to one to two years of aging….
Hidden Narcissism in Women Tied to Partner Violence and Bullying – Neuroscience News
Summary: Researchers have discovered that vulnerable narcissism in women is linked to increased intimate partner violence and bullying. Unlike the grandiose narcissism often seen in men, women’s narcissism manifests subtly. The findings highlight the need for gender-specific interventions. Key Facts:…
Autism Severity Linked to Fetal Brain Growth Patterns – Neuroscience News
Summary: Brain overgrowth in utero may explain the varying severity of autism in children. Researchers used brain organoids from toddlers to show that larger brain growth correlated with more severe autism symptoms. The findings could lead to prenatal identification and…
Underutilized Visual Memory: We Recall Less Than We Can – Neuroscience News
Summary: People often underuse their visual working memory (VWM), typically remembering fewer items than their capacity allows. Participants in the study usually chose to recall just one item at a time, despite being able to remember 3-4 items. This finding…
Ozempic May Reduce Alcohol Abuse Risk – Neuroscience News
Summary: Diabetes drugs Wegovy and Ozempic, containing semaglutide, significantly reduce the incidence and recurrence of alcohol-use disorder (AUD). Analyzing health records, researchers observed a 50% to 56% decrease in AUD among patients treated with semaglutide. These findings suggest a new…
Could Your Brain Have Its Own Microbiome? – Neuroscience News
Summary: Recent research suggests the brain might host its own microbiome, challenging the long-held belief that it is a sterile organ. Studies have found bacterial and fungal genetic material in brain tissues, particularly in those with Alzheimer’s. The brain microbiome…
Long COVID Brain Fog: Impact and Coping Strategies – Neuroscience News
Summary: Long COVID, affecting 7% of U.S. adults, often includes debilitating brain fog. Symptoms like forgetfulness and difficulty focusing affect daily life and work. A new study highlights that while brain fog often resolves, it significantly impacts mental function. Effective…
SSRIs Reveal New Potential Beyond Depression Treatment – Neuroscience News
Summary: A new study uncovers a key biological process targeted by SSRIs, suggesting new clinical applications. The study found that SSRIs affect membrane trafficking in cells, which might explain their broader effects. Remarkably, a single dose of fluvoxamine in mice…
Mediterranean Diet Cuts Mortality Risk by 23% in Women – Neuroscience News
Summary: Following a Mediterranean diet reduces the risk of all-cause mortality by 23% in U.S. women over 25 years. The diet’s benefits include lower cancer and cardiovascular mortality, linked to positive changes in metabolism, inflammation, and insulin resistance. Researchers analyzed…