People with brain injuries likely to develop attention problems
The research further says that people with severe injuries are five times more likely to develop attention problems while people with mild injuries are two times more likely to develop.
Feb 12, 2017, 09:46 AM IST
A brain injury is two times more likely to develop attention problems
People with mild to moderate brain injuries are two times more likely to have developed attention problems and those with severe injuries are five times more likely to develop secondary Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in an average of seven years after injury, reveals a study.
Feb 11, 2017, 20:34 PM IST
Do you know the bacteria in your gut may accelerate Alzheimer's? - Read
The researchers found that mice suffering from Alzheimer`s have a different composition of intestinal bacteria compared to mice that are healthy.
Feb 11, 2017, 13:04 PM IST
Music, drugs invigorate same part of the brain, says study
This is the first demonstration that the brain's own opioids are directly involved in musical pleasure.
Feb 09, 2017, 13:42 PM IST
App developed for aiding taxi drivers mental health
Researchers thought of this move after learning that taxi drivers were among the most stressed people in a workplace.
Feb 09, 2017, 09:53 AM IST
Migraines more common among females – Know why
This is because of of distinct differences found in mast cells, a type of white blood cell that is part of the immune system, says a study.
Feb 08, 2017, 14:47 PM IST
Weight loss surgery can alter your brain by reducing your obsessive urge to eat
A team of researchers has found that a weight loss surgery can not only make your stomach smaller but can also reduce your obsessive urge to eat.
Feb 07, 2017, 21:07 PM IST
Researchers suggest psychotherapy may mend brain changes in social phobia
Researchers have suggested that psychotherapy may help treat patients who are suffering from a social phobia by removing impairments in the key brain structures that are involved in processing and regulating emotions.
Feb 07, 2017, 20:55 PM IST
Consuming mulethi during pregnancy may harm infant's brain, says study
In the study, youths that were exposed to large amounts of liquorice in the womb performed less well than others in cognitive reasoning tests carried out by a psychologist.
Feb 05, 2017, 00:11 AM IST
Several brain-based immune proteins may regulate sleep: Study
A new study reveals that sleep may be regulated in part by several brain-based immune proteins which could pave the way for new therapies to treat chronic sleep disorders and sleep disturbances secondary to other diseases.
Feb 03, 2017, 21:44 PM IST
Lack of glucose in brain may predict Alzheimer's risk
Chronic episodes of a dip in the sugar levels in the brain may trigger the onset of cognitive decline, especially memory loss leading to Alzheimer's disease, researchers warned.
Feb 01, 2017, 21:13 PM IST
In a first, scientists identify brain hormone that triggers fat
Previous studies had shown that the neurotransmitter serotonin can drive fat loss. Yet no one was sure exactly how.
Jan 29, 2017, 09:08 AM IST
Safer, effective way to improve stroke treatments is here – Read
The standard of care for treating strokes caused by blood clots involves the therapeutic infusion of tissue plasminogen activator (tPA) -- an enzyme that helps dissolve clots, which can help to dissolve the clots and restore blood flow.
Jan 28, 2017, 10:28 AM IST
Pre-term babies don't use expectations to shape brain: Study
Babies born prematurely do not use their expectations about the world to shape their brains as babies born at full term do.
Jan 27, 2017, 21:54 PM IST
Brain stimulation used like a scalpel can improve memory, says study
A new study has found that non-invasive brain stimulations can work like a scalpel to improve the precise memory of a human.
Jan 22, 2017, 23:00 PM IST
Now, it's possible to predict preemies' at risk of disabilities with help of brain mapping
Lack of oxygen to the brain is the most common form of brain injury in premature infants, resulting in damage to the white matter.
Jan 22, 2017, 13:20 PM IST
Heavy alcohol use in adolescence alters cortical excitability in brain: Study
A new study has found that adolescents who uses heavy alcohol for a long time can alter cortical excitability and functional connectivity in the brain.
Jan 21, 2017, 23:51 PM IST
These superfoods help prevent Alzheimer's disease!
Alzheimer is a disease that destroys memory and other important mental functions.
Jan 09, 2017, 14:36 PM IST
Witnessing fear in others can alter our brain wiring
PTSD is an anxiety disorder that can develop in some people after they experience a shocking, scary or danger
Jan 07, 2017, 16:24 PM IST
Brain protein may predict recovery time after concussion
Elevated levels of the brain protein tau following a sport-related concussion are associated with a longer recovery period and delayed return to play for athletes, researchers said.
Jan 07, 2017, 14:18 PM IST
