Dopamine Depletion: The Hidden Driver of Alzheimer’s Memory Loss
Summary: For decades, Alzheimer’s research has focused almost exclusively on toxic proteins like amyloid-beta and tau. However, a…
Mounjaro’s Active Ingredient Slashes Alcohol Intake
Summary: The weight-loss revolution is moving from the waistline to the wine cellar. A new study reveals that…
Stimulant prescriptions for ADHD on rise in CT. Experts weigh in
In third grade, Christian Smith struggled with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. He was having trouble paying attention in…
Science Says Avoiding Screens Will Not Reset Your Dopamine, But These 4 Activities Will
By now, we’ve all heard it: Taking a “dopamine detox” from screens can do wonders to rest our…
Dopamine Imbalance in the Brain May Drive Trichotillomania
Summary: A new study using SAPAP3 knockout mice sheds light on the brain mechanisms that may drive trichotillomania,…
More Than Serotonin: How Psychedelics Engage the Whole Brain
Summary: Classical psychedelics like LSD, psilocybin, and mescaline are known for activating the 5-HT2A serotonin receptor, but a…
Do omega-3 supplements boost athletic performance?
A new study shows that pairing fish oil supplements with weight training can enhance antioxidant defenses, improve lipid…
Internet addiction disorder is not an official psychological diagnosis but treatments exist
Before COVID hit, Jillian, 68, didn’t have internet access at her home — not because she couldn’t get…