Category: Brain
How Down Syndrome Reshapes the Developing Brain
A new study provides a cellular-resolution map of Down syndrome brain development, identifying a depletion of progenitor cells as the cause of smaller brain size.
25% of Chronic Pain Patients Show ADHD Traits
A study of 1,000 Japanese patients reveals that undiagnosed ADHD traits may be a hidden driver behind treatment-resistant chronic pain.
Your Brain Might Build Mental Images By Turning Neurons Off, Not On
Close your eyes and picture a red apple. Most people can do this without effort, conjuring a vivid mental snapshot of something that isn’t actually in front of them.
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GLP-1 Drugs Target the Roots of Dementia
A comprehensive review of 30 studies finds that GLP-1 receptor agonists are effective at tackling the biological drivers of Alzheimer’s disease.
Stroke Impact Determines Future Dementia Risk
A 30-year study of 42,000 adults shows that stroke severity is a primary driver of post-stroke dementia and accelerated brain aging.
Emotional Touch Leaves a Permanent Mark on the Mind
Researchers propose a new model for how the brain encodes and recalls emotionally meaningful touch, highlighting its role in lifelong mental health.
