More articles about: Brain Health
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Evidence of Conscious-like Activity in the Dying Brain
A study finds intriguing brain wave patterns in comatose patients who died following cardiac arrest.
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Evidence of conscious-like activity in the dying brain
A Michigan Medicine study provides early evidence of a surge of activity correlated with consciousness in the dying brain.
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Breaking free of opioids
A neurologist shares alternative treatments for chronic pain and the importance of steering clear of opioids. 
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Deep brain stimulation offers hope for Parkinson’s patient
One man’s quality of life is greatly improved, thanks to a procedure that sends a mild electrical current to his brain.
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Is everything you know about Alzheimer's wrong?
Amyloid’s role in Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia doesn’t tell the whole story; other molecules and prevention via cardiovascular, social and cognitive.
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As science searches for answers on depression, what should patients do today?
Serotonin’s precise role in depression is getting attention but SSRIs work for many, and basic neuroscience research goes far beyond ‘chemical imbalances.’
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Geeking out about neuroanatomy
A professor that takes complex problems seriously, but also enjoys a good game.
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Hearing is healing
A patient finally gets answers to his health concerns, thanks to “a doctor who listened closely” to his symptoms.
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What does "Stranger Things" have to do with mental health?
A child and adolescent psychiatrist’s thoughts on Season 4 of Stranger Things.
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10 mental health awareness tips for older teens and young adults
Mental health issues like depression, anxiety, schizophrenia and suicide risk are more likely to arise in people in their late teens and early 20s; these awareness tips can help get someone to help.
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When reality fails: What to know about psychosis
Delusions, hearing voices, hallucinations, and other symptoms of psychosis can be treated and the earlier treatment begins, the better
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‘My life matters’: resilience after traumatic spinal cord injury
Research shows what key factors affect flourishing after the injury.
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Want to “age in place” someday? Take action now
More older adults want to age in place in their own homes; renovations and little adaptations, as well as financial planning, can help.
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His brother had a traumatic brain injury. Now, his mission is to research new treatments
Trauma creates ripples. When Matthew Finneran’s brother Ryan suffered a traumatic brain injury, his injury and recovery inspired Matthew to pursue a life’s work of researching innovative therapies for TBI patients.
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A game-changer for mental health: Sports icons open up
Olympic sports stars speaking up about depression, anxiety and mental health challenges, reducing stigma and helping younger athletes know how and when to seek help.