Neurology
Workers Exposed To Diesel Exhaust At Higher Risk Of Lou Gehrig’s Disease
For the new study, researchers compared work history of people diagnosed with the neurodegenerative disease against those who did not have ALS. Marijuana May Cause Intense Vomiting In Mysterious, Painful Condition
Long-term marijuana users are reporting debilitating vomiting and stomach pain, part of a mysterious but possibly rising condition linked to weed. Dementia Facts Vs. Myths: The Reality About Mental Decline In Old Age
Four myths and facts about dementia that will help you understand the issues people with the neurological disorder and their families and caregivers face on a daily basis. Dance Classes Can Improve Brain Health In Old Age Via Increasing Hippocampus
Dance class can help reverse some signs of aging in the brain by enlarging the hippocampus and improving balance. Testing Water Quality: 4 Signs Your Drinking Water Is Contaminated
Cloudiness or haziness of water, and three other signs that will determine if your drinking water is safe. Ketamine May Treat Depression By Targeting Specific Region Of Brain Receptor, Study Shows
Researchers believe they’re one step closer to figuring out how ketamine, or “Special K,” helps patients with severe depression. How Do You Interpret A Stranger’s Emotion? Specific Brain Region Linked To Misreading Expressions
In a new study, researches explored one specific region of the brain’s role in social cognition. Strategies To Stay Mentally Young: Mental Fitness In Early Life Makes Aging Brain Healthier, More Resilient
Researchers found challenging the brain in early to mid life may make it more resistant to changes that come along with aging or illness. Imagination Vs. Willpower: Imagining Outcomes May Be Key To More Patience, Study Finds
Researchers find it's better to use imagination to help promote patience rather than trying to exert willpower. Treatment-Resistant Depression: Deep Brain Stimulation May Provide Relief For Those With Severe Symptoms
In a small study, patients with severe depression improved after being treated with deep brain stimulation.