Does Chewing Gum Give Your Brain an Edge?
2013-03-08
In small study, people who were chewing had better recall of numbersContinue Reading
Neurology Group Lists Procedures That May Be Unneeded
2013-03-08
AAN asks doctors, patients to question procedures as part of Choosing Wisely campaignContinue Reading
Human Brain Cells Used to Make Mice Smarter
2013-03-07
Findings could advance research on conditions such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s, experts sayContinue Reading
Short-Term Exercise Might Boost Young People’s Self-Control
2013-03-07
Study findings, if confirmed, may have relevance for treating ADHD, autismContinue Reading
Brain ‘Pacemaker’ May Help Ease Tough-to-Treat Anorexia
2013-03-07
In very small study, deep brain stimulation helped women regain weight, curb problem behaviorsContinue Reading
Brain May Treat Wheelchair as Part of the Body
2013-03-06
Study suggests that devices that aid the disabled become part of mind’s eyeContinue Reading
Football Injuries May Trigger Harmful Immune System Response
2013-03-06
Study finds that even blows that don’t cause concussions could lead to later problemsContinue Reading
Brain Scans May Explain Thinking, Memory Problems in Some MS Patients
2013-03-06
Study found more damaged white matter in brains of those with mental declineContinue Reading
Salty Diet Might Help Trigger MS, Rheumatoid Arthritis
2013-03-06
Studies found it activated cells in the immune system, resulting in form of MS in rodentsContinue Reading
Over 50? Checklist May Predict If You’ll Be Alive in 10 Years
2013-03-05
Although not a crystal ball, researchers say it might help doctors and patients make better choicesContinue Reading
Most Kids With Autism Overcome Language Delays, Study Finds
2013-03-04
70 percent achieved ‘phrase’ or higher-level speechContinue Reading
Certain Sleep Aids May Raise Hip Fracture Risk in Nursing Homes: Study
2013-03-04
List includes common drugs such as Lunesta and Ambien, researchers sayContinue Reading
Video Games May Sharpen Focusing Skills in Kids With Dyslexia
2013-02-28
Study found children did better on reading tests after playing an action gameContinue Reading
More Regular Meals May Improve Dementia Care
2013-02-28
In small study, improved nutrition appeared to help patients’ memory, daily functionContinue Reading