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(https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/01/250129162136.htm) The benefits of speaking multiple languages
Jan 29th 2025, 16:21

New psychology research indicates that multilingual children may have enhanced executive function and perspective taking skills.

(https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/01/250129162131.htm) Scientists 'mimic real biological processes' using synthetic neurons
Jan 29th 2025, 16:21

A new collaboration has unlocked new potential for the field by creating a novel high-performance organic electrochemical neuron that responds within the frequency range of human neurons.

(https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/01/250129115348.htm) Guided self-help makes treating children with obesity easier and more affordable
Jan 29th 2025, 11:53

According to a new study, self-guided family therapy for obesity could work just as well as traditional approaches at a fraction of the cost.

(https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/01/250129115234.htm) No differences between dementia care approaches on patient behavioral symptoms or caregiver strain
Jan 29th 2025, 11:52

Research comparing different approaches to dementia care for people with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias found no significant differences in patient behavioral symptoms or caregiver strain, whether delivered through a health system, provided by a community-based organization, or as usual care over an 18-month period -- but did improve caregiver confidence in managing dementia-related challenges.

(https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/01/250128221325.htm) Advanced brain circuit-mapping technique reveals new anxiety drug target
Jan 28th 2025, 22:13

Investigators have identified in a preclinical model a specific brain circuit whose inhibition appears to reduce anxiety without side effects. Their work suggests a new target for treating anxiety disorders and related conditions and demonstrates a general strategy, based on a method called photopharmacology, for mapping drug effects on the brain.

(https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/01/250128221131.htm) Sharp look into Ockham's razor
Jan 28th 2025, 22:11

A new article argues that by relying too much on parsimony in modeling, scientists make mistakes and miss opportunities.

(https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/01/250128221118.htm) Calorie labels on menus could make eating disorders worse
Jan 28th 2025, 22:11

Calorie labels on restaurant menus are negatively impacting people with eating disorders, according to a new study. The review found that individuals who have been diagnosed with an eating disorder changed their behaviors if presented with a menu featuring calorie labels.

(https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/01/250128162827.htm) Routine brain MRI screening in asymptomatic late stage breast cancer patients
Jan 28th 2025, 16:28

A new study shows that asymptomatic brain metastasis is more common in stage 4 breast cancer patients than previously believed. The study suggests that doctors may need to rethink current screening guidelines for detecting brain metastasis in patients without symptoms.

(https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/01/250128124300.htm) Towards a new generation of human-inspired language models
Jan 28th 2025, 12:43

Can a computer learn a language the way a child does? A recent study sheds new light on this question. The researchers advocate for a fundamental revision of how artificial intelligence acquires and processes language.

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Michael Reeder LCPC
Baltimore, MD

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