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Brains Of Schizophrenics Can Self-Heal And Reverse Their Illness

By R. Siva Kumar - May 31, 2016 01:20 PM EDT

Scientists found with the help of MRI scans that the brains of schizophrenics can repair themselves.

Alzheimer's Disease Build Up May Stem From Body's Immune Response To Infection

By R. Siva Kumar - May 28, 2016 09:36 AM EDT

A new study shows that building up of amyloid-beta, which is a vital protein in Alzheimer's disease, may be due to the body's immune response to infection.

Famous Heart Drug Linked To Dementia Risk

By Jenn Loro - May 07, 2016 11:27 AM EDT

New study reveals that anti-coagulation drug warfarin is linked to heightened risks of dementia. The dilemma for doctors is that while the blood-thinning medication entails risks of developing amnesia, the drug remains one of the most effective life-saving treatment by reducing the dangers of blood clotting that increases the likelihood of stroke and other cardiovascular diseases.

Memory May Play A Role In Recovery From Sad Events

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 17, 2016 09:12 AM EDT

University of Massachusetts Amherst researchers found that episodic memory is important for emotional recovery, especially among middle-aged and older adults.

Domestic Violence Perpetrators' Brains Are Different From Other Criminals'

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 15, 2016 08:19 AM EDT

A new functional magnetic resonance imaging study shows that men perpetuating domestic violence show brain functioning that is different from that of other criminals.

Chocolate Keeps Your Brain Young, Says Study

By R. Siva Kumar - Jan 07, 2015 09:05 AM EST

Research shows that cocoa flavonols make a cognitive and cardio-metabolic impact on older adults.

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