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(https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/09/240923184943.htm) Climate science: How a believer becomes a skeptic
Sep 23rd 2024, 18:49

Researchers explored the powerful effect of repetition on people's beliefs.

(https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/09/240923151745.htm) Dream discovery: Melatonin's key role in REM sleep revealed
Sep 23rd 2024, 15:17

A significant breakthrough in the understanding of sleep mechanism opens new promise for treating sleep disorders and associated neuropsychiatric conditions: Scientists have pinpointed the melatonin receptor MT1 as a crucial regulator of REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep.

(https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/09/240923135606.htm) New research identifies critical gaps in mental health care for adults with schizophrenia spectrum disorders
Sep 23rd 2024, 13:56

New research finds that adults with schizophrenia spectrum disorders have high rates of comorbid mental and substance use disorders and significant social and economic disadvantages, and only 26% received minimally adequate treatment. Meeting the needs of people with schizophrenia spectrum disorders will require innovative interventions and implementation to improve access to and use of evidence-based approaches, the authors argue.

(https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/09/240923110815.htm) How the brain integrates pain prediction and stimuli
Sep 23rd 2024, 11:08

A study has uncovered new insights into how the brain processes and integrates pain information. The research goes beyond identifying brain areas that respond to pain, revealing the mechanisms behind the brain's integration of pain-related information. Using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), they formalized how the brain combines pain expectations with the actual intensity of painful stimuli.

(https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/09/240923110759.htm) Pandemic-era babies do not have higher autism risk, finds study
Sep 23rd 2024, 11:07

Children born during the pandemic, including those exposed to COVID in utero, were no more likely to screen positive for autism than unexposed or pre-pandemic children.

(https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/09/240923110756.htm) Study of former NFL players finds 1 in 3 believe they have CTE
Sep 23rd 2024, 11:07

A study of nearly 2,000 former NFL players shows one-third believe that they have chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). Those individuals were more likely to report cognitive symptoms, and 25% of them also reported suicidal thoughts. The players who thought they had CTE also were more likely to have low testosterone, depression, pain and other treatable conditions that cause cognitive symptoms.

(https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/09/240923110745.htm) New insights into intellectual disability genetics emerge
Sep 23rd 2024, 11:07

Researchers have published a pivotal study that sheds light on a novel genetic variant associated with intellectual capacities and educational outcomes. This discovery offers new insights into intellectual disability diagnostics and potential therapeutic avenues.

(https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/09/240923110734.htm) Most new recessive developmental disorder diagnoses lie within known genes
Sep 23rd 2024, 11:07

Researchers assessed the role of recessive genetic variants in developmental disorders, suggesting reanalysis of genetic data could improve understanding and diagnosis of conditions for millions of families worldwide.

(https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/09/240923110726.htm) Yet another reason why you should sleep on it before making an important decision
Sep 23rd 2024, 11:07

Conventional wisdom holds that people are easily seduced by first impressions, and there's solid scientific evidence that initial snap judgements are hard to shake -- even when they turn out to be inaccurate. But according to a new study, sleeping on it can help us avoid judging a book solely by its cover.

(https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/09/240922232015.htm) Bringing lost proteins back home
Sep 22nd 2024, 23:20

A new method for relocating proteins that have been misplaced in cells could mean new treatments for cancers and neurodegeneration.

(https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/09/240920112646.htm) PTSD symptoms can be reduced through treatment including a video game
Sep 20th 2024, 11:26

A single treatment session, which includes the video game Tetris, can reduce symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This has been shown in a new study carried out with healthcare professionals working during the COVID-19 pandemic.

(https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/09/240918125102.htm) Studies point to potential development of a cataract drug
Sep 18th 2024, 12:51

Researchers identified a protein, known as RNF114, that reverses cataracts, a clouding of the eye's lens that occurs commonly in people as they age. The study, which was conducted in the 13-lined ground squirrel and rats, may represent a possible surgery-free strategy for managing cataracts, a common cause of vision loss.

(https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/09/240918125054.htm) Penny for your thoughts? Master copper regulator discovery may offer Alzheimer's clues
Sep 18th 2024, 12:50

A study using a tiny roundworm could pave the way for new treatments for neurodegenerative disorders. Researchers linked the worm gene swip-10 to copper regulation -- a vital element for brain health found in everyday items like wiring and cookware. Understanding the roles of swip-10 and MBLAC1, a protein involved in processing cellular materials, could lead to the development of effective medications for neurodegenerative diseases. This research opens new avenues for advancing brain disease treatments.

(https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/09/240918125000.htm) Researchers develop nanoparticle technology for targeted diagnosis and treatment of atherosclerosis
Sep 18th 2024, 12:50

A team developed a nanoparticle technology that offers an effective solution to diagnose and treat atherosclerosis, in a non-invasive manner. Atherosclerosis is the build-up of plaque in the arteries which causes their narrowing and is a primary cause of ischemic heart disease (IHD) and ischemic stroke (IS), major contributors to deaths caused by cardiovascular diseases globally. This theranostic approach represents a significant advancement in the field of cardiovascular medicine as it offers a promising alternative to current medical practices for the management of atherosclerosis.

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Michael Reeder LCPC
Baltimore, MD

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