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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.
Could a probiotic prevent or reverse Parkinson's?
Scientists recently tested probiotics in a roundworm model of Parkinson’s. A particular bacterium had a protective effect and improved symptoms.
Catnip: What do we know about the feline drug?
Catnip is the most famous stimulant for cats. How does it work, why does it not affect all cats, and are there any catnip alternatives? We investigate.
Sugar alters brain chemistry after only 12 days
New research in pigs examines how sugar intake affects the brain's reward circuits and finds that changes are noticeable after just 12 days.
20 causes of numbness in the hands
Several conditions can cause a person's hand or hands to feel numb. In this article, learn more about the causes and how to treat them.
What to know about oscillopsia
Oscillopsia is the sensation that the surrounding environment is constantly in motion when it is not. Oscillopsia is usually a symptom of an underlying condition. Read more here.
Could some antibiotics help treat early onset dementia?
A preclinical study using cell cultures has found that some antibiotics may help address a genetic mutation associated with forms of early onset dementia.
New study could 'drastically' change how we understand Parkinson's
New findings about Parkinson's disease mechanisms may change doctors' understanding of its development and even alter the way in which they treat it.
What is the autonomic nervous system?
The autonomic nervous system is a complex network of cells that control the body's internal state. Read on to discover how it works.
What to know about brain atrophy
Could hydration levels influence cognitive function?
What causes Alzheimer's? Not toxic amyloid, new study suggests
Scientists draw closer to a dementia vaccine
What to know about vasovagal syncope
Fragmented sleep may trigger migraine 2 days later
Could MDMA help treat mental health conditions?
A key area of the brain is smaller in women on the pill
What causes uncontrolled laughter in epilepsy?
Why is it so difficult to say no to that piece of cake?
Inflammatory marker could be early warning for dementia
What causes arm numbness?
What to know about RSD
What to know about the Moro reflex?
What to know about a CSF leak
What to know about dysarthria
Belly fat may reduce mental agility from midlife onward
Cancer drug shows promise in Parkinson's disease safety trial
Why is it so difficult to make people change their minds?
Drumming makes your brain more efficient
How two experimental Alzheimer's drugs reverse aging
Could epigenome editing prevent developmental disorders?
Mouse study tests a novel approach against Alzheimer's
What to know about epilepsy in children
Transport breakdown in brain cells may lead to Alzheimer's, Parkinson's
Athletes are better at tuning out background brain noise
Average IQ: What is it?
Repairing leaky blood-brain barrier may rejuvenate brain function
Alzheimer's risk gene and heavy metal exposure may impair cognition
New MRI scans reveal brain features of depression
Are most dolphins 'right-handed,' too?
MS: Common herpesvirus variant raises risk
Parkinson's: Ultrasound technology may relieve symptoms
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
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