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Neuroscience describes the scientific study of the mechanics of the central nervous system such as its structure, function, genetics and physiology as well as how this can be applied to understand diseases of the nervous system. Neurology is a specialized area of medicine that concerns disorders and diseases of the nervous system ranging from Alzheimer's disease through to infection and personality disorders. Neurology involves diagnosing and treating conditions of the central, peripheral and autonomic nervous systems. This category includes news on nervous system disorders and discoveries, research related to the brain, memory and how we perceive the environment.
Athletes are better at tuning out background brain noise
A new study suggests that athletes are better at processing external sounds due to a stronger ability to reduce the background noise in their brains.
Average IQ: What is it?
Intelligence quotient (IQ) is a score derived from standardized tests that measure a person’s cognitive ability against that of similarly aged peers. In this article, learn about the average IQ.
Repairing leaky blood-brain barrier may rejuvenate brain function
New research in mice suggests that a leaky blood-brain barrier can accelerate brain aging, and that targeting inflammation can reverse some changes.
Alzheimer's risk gene and heavy metal exposure may impair cognition
New research in mice suggests that exposure to cadmium can lead to cognitive decline in those with the Alzheimer's risk gene APOE4.
New MRI scans reveal brain features of depression
Using new types of MRI, scientists have observed features of the blood-brain barrier and activity in brain circuits that may characterize depression.
Are most dolphins 'right-handed,' too?
After studying dolphins for 6 years, researchers have found that these mammals have a preference for their right sides, similar to human right-handedness.
MS: Common herpesvirus variant raises risk
New research finds that one variant of the human herpesvirus 6 significantly increases a person's chance of developing multiple sclerosis.
Parkinson's: Ultrasound technology may relieve symptoms
New research shows that a special ultrasound technique can significantly reduce tremors in people living with Parkinson's disease.
One ketamine shot could help heavy drinkers cut down
Through my eyes: Living with an invisible illness
Board games may stave off cognitive decline
Causes and treatments for twitching fingers
Extra virgin olive oil may protect against various dementias
What to know about thoracic outlet syndrome
Everything you need to know about choline
Microvascular ischemic disease: What to know
Study shows the progression of multiple sclerosis can be slowed
Sleep deprivation 'triples the number of lapses in attention'
Can the gut microbiome unlock the secrets of aging?
What to know about recovering from concussion
Inflammation drives tau damage in Alzheimer's
Brain cancer: Lithium may restore cognitive function after radiation
Alzheimer's: Poor air quality may contribute to cognitive decline
The brain finds a way to adapt, even when we remove half
Omega-3 supplements improved attention in some youths with ADHD
How a hallucinogenic brew makes the brain live in a dream
What to do about a dent in the head
Plant-based diet may prevent cognitive decline
Common fire retardant makes prairie voles anxious, less social
What are the health benefits of saffron?
What to know about hallucinations
What to know about paranoid personality disorder
Allergies and dizziness: What's the link?
Illiteracy may triple dementia risk
What can cause itchy lower legs?
A guide to the spinal cord: Anatomy and injuries
Scientists propose new theory of Parkinson's disease
What to know about positional headaches
Does childhood cognition predict dementia risk later in life?
10 exercises for a pinched nerve in the neck
Déjà vu in hindsight: Why we believe in false premonitions
What causes a numb face?
The temporal bone: Anatomy and function
What connects depression, anxiety, and PTSD?
Which supplements can help with neuropathy?
What to know about hepatic encephalopathy
Doctors call for end to daylight saving time transitions
Deep sleep may help treat anxiety
Does waist size predict dementia risk?
Brachial neuritis: Everything you need to know
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