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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.
Keto diet may protect against cognitive decline
Our diets can influence the state of our health. Research in mice now suggests that one regimen — the ketogenic diet — may even prevent cognitive decline.
Antidepressants could stave off dementia
The findings of a new study suggest that some antidepressants may block the growth of toxic plaques in the brain, thus helping to treat dementia.
Radial nerve injury: Everything you need to know
The radial nerve is prone to injury, even from minor incidents, such as sleeping on the arm. Radial nerve injury is also common after breaking the arm. In this article, learn about other causes, as well as symptoms and treatments.
Atrial fibrillation increases the risk of dementia
People with atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat) face an increased risk of dementia, a new study warns; but common drugs may keep that risk in check.
What to know about head and brain MRI scans
A doctor may use a head and brain MRI scan to check for a range of injuries and abnormalities. Here, gain a detailed understanding of the procedure and how to prepare.
What is the difference between dementia and Alzheimer's?
Dementia is an umbrella term that describes symptoms affecting memory and cognitive function. Alzheimer’s disease is a specific, and the most common, type of dementia. The conditions overlap in terms of symptoms, but Alzheimer’s has different and specific treatments as well as unique symptoms. Learn more here.
Nerve damage: Using electronic implants to hasten healing
Biodegradable electronic implants that deliver impulses to heal injured peripheral nerves and are absorbed after 2 weeks show promising results in rats.
How daytime naps could help us make better decisions
In a new study, scientists have tested the brain's ability to process unconscious information before and after a short bout of sleep.
'Winter blues' study finds key to depression resilience
Tourette's syndrome: 400 genetic mutations found
Choice overload: Why decision-making can be so hard
Exploring the brain networks behind our free will
New technology could help people with paralysis to speak again
What's the link between brain fog and rheumatoid arthritis?
Are our brains trying to stop us from exercising?
Parkinson's: New molecule can stop neural damage
Is pain relief more effective when delivered by a stranger?
What is meclizine?
Alzheimer's: Groundbreaking plan aims to target root cause
Just 10 minutes of light activity can boost memory
Paralysis breakthrough: Electrical implant helps man walk again
Could poor protein trafficking be a factor in autism?
Eating when full: A battle between two brain signals
Stress-regulating brain area larger in depression, bipolar
'Gut feeling' may be a hardwired 'sixth sense'
What are the early signs of MS?
Electrical brain stimulation to boost creativity: What are the risks?
Through my eyes: Aortic dissection
Schizophrenia: 'Resyncing' brain circuits could halt symptoms
MS: Is a 'rogue' brain and lymph node interaction to blame?
Eating fiber can delay brain aging
Brain cell identified as 'mediator of disease'
Lucid dreaming: Controlling the stories of sleep
Health benefits of hemp seeds
What makes aggressive brain cancer 'immortal?'
What do gut decisions reveal about us?
Why do we really smile?
Brain study shows why mindfulness eases pain
New multiple sclerosis culprit identified
How uncontrolled inflammation leads to brain cell loss
Alzheimer's: How does tau disrupt brain cells?
Dementia: 10-year risk estimates may inform prevention
Parkinson's: Modified protein works like a drug
Why do my arms go numb at night?
Existing liver drug can help treat Alzheimer's
How the brain creates the subjective experience of time
How does generosity benefit health? Brain study sheds light
What to know about brain stem strokes
Psychosis: Cannabis extract normalizes brain function
Fighting Alzheimer's with 'decoy receptors'
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