Neuroscience of the Future May Look at the “Collective Brain”
Razi Berry In a new paper, scientists suggest that efforts to understand human cognition should expand beyond the study of individual brains. They call on neuroscientists to incorporate evidence from social science disciplines to better understand how people think. “Accumulating evidence indicates that memory, reasoning, decision-making and other higher-level functions take place across people,” the […]
Neurological Conditions More Likely to Occur with Childhood Trauma
Razi Berry Adults with neurologic conditions are more likely than the general population to have had adverse childhood experiences such as abuse, neglect or household dysfunction, according to a study published in Neurology® Clinical Practice, an official journal of the American Academy of Neurology. The study does not prove that neurologic conditions are caused by […]
Artistic Expression at a Young Age Can Increase Health and Reduce Social Inequalities
Razi Berry Engaging in artistic activities such as singing and dancing from a young age can reduce social inequalities and encourage healthy behaviors, according to a new report from UCL and the World Health Organization (WHO). World’s largest review to date into the health benefits of the arts The study is the world’s largest review […]
Vitamin D May Help Stop Cancer Cells Becoming Drug-Resistant
Razi Berry What’s good for our bones may also help stop cancer cells that develop resistance to multiple chemotherapy drugs. Calcitriol and calcipotriol The vitamin D metabolite calcitriol and its analog calcipotriol can block one of the mechanisms through which cancer cells gain resistance to chemotherapy drugs; and can selectively kill those drug-resistant cells, according […]
Strengthening Neural Connections in Under an Hour
Razi Berry A recent study suggests that less than an hour of brain training with neurofeedback leads to a measurable strengthening of neurosynaptic connections within the brain. The research is interested in optimization and development of new therapeutic options and approaches for conditions such as stroke and Parkinson’s. The research is being conducted at D’Or […]