Popular Muscle Supplement Creatine Critical for Brain Function
Summary: Creatine is well known for its role in muscle energy, but it’s also critical for brain function…
Genes and Brain Wiring Team Up in Alzheimer’s Spread
Summary: A new study reveals how genes influence where and how Alzheimer’s-related tau protein spreads in the brain.…
Anxious Mondays Leave Lasting Mark on Stress
Summary: A new study reveals that anxiety felt on Mondays uniquely elevates stress hormones, even in retirees, with…
How the Binding of Two Brain Molecules Creates Memories That Last a Lifetime
The original version of this story appeared in Quanta Magazine. When Todd Sacktor was about to turn 3,…
‘Anxious Mondays’ Lead to Stress That Lasts Months
Older adults who experience anxiety on Mondays show significantly elevated long-term stress levels—regardless of whether they are still…
Neurobiological correlates of schizophrenia-specific and highly pleiotropic genetic risk scores for neuropsychiatric disorders
Harvey AG, Watkins E, Mansell W. Cognitive behavioural processes across psychological disorders: A transdiagnostic approach to research and…
Cough Medicine Shows Promise in Slowing Parkinson’s Dementia
Summary: A clinical trial has revealed that Ambroxol, a common cough medicine in Europe, may help slow cognitive…
Clearing Brain Sugar Stores Could Protect Against Dementia
Summary: New research reveals that sugar metabolism in brain cells may be a crucial defense against Alzheimer’s and…
Mimicking Exercise in the Brain Could Slow Cognitive Decline
Summary: While physical activity is known to slow cognitive decline in Alzheimer’s disease, many patients are unable to…
Exercise Proven to Boost Kids’ Mental Health
Summary: A massive analysis of over 375 trials shows that structured exercise significantly reduces depression and anxiety in…