Neuropeptides, Not Neurotransmitters, Drive Brain’s Fear Response

Neuropeptides, Not Neurotransmitters, Drive Brain’s Fear Response

Summary: Researchers have discovered that neuropeptides, not neurotransmitters, are the primary messengers in the brain’s fear circuit. This finding could lead to better painkillers and treatments for fear-related conditions. Using innovative tools, scientists observed neuropeptide release during fear responses in live mice. The study…

Ivermectin found to work against Parkinson’s, depression, chronic pain and more

Ivermectin found to work against Parkinson’s, depression, chronic pain and more

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Scientist’s MRIs Highlight Psilocybin Boosting Brain Plasticity

NPR reports on fascinating research that shows how taking the psychedelic drug psilocybin changes brain process, producing mind-altering effects and temporary boosts to the brain’s ability to adapt and change. In other research news, CBD may protect skin from the sun. NPR: This Is…

Your Brain Might Try to Stockpile Estrogen During Menopause—And It Could Explain Brain Fog

Your Brain Might Try to Stockpile Estrogen During Menopause—And It Could Explain Brain Fog

FG Trade / Getty Images Key Takeaways A new study shows that the menopause transition is associated with an increase in estrogen receptors in the brain. This increase in estrogen receptors is also linked to brain fog and mood changes. More research is needed,…

Propofol Disrupts Brain’s Stability/Excitability Balance to Induce Unconsciousness

Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News There are many drugs that anesthesiologists can use to induce unconsciousness in patients, but exactly how these drugs cause the brain to lose consciousness has been a longstanding question. A study in non-human primates by MIT neuroscientists has now…

Ginkgo biloba leaf can help dissolve micro clots, potentially undoing some damage caused by COVID-19 vaccines, reveals new published science

Ginkgo biloba leaf can help dissolve micro clots, potentially undoing some damage caused by COVID-19 vaccines, reveals new published science

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Ultrasound technology can be used to boost mindfulness, study finds

One of the intriguing abilities of the human mind is daydreaming, where the mind wanders off into spontaneous thoughts, fantasies and scenarios, often without conscious effort, allowing creativity and reflection to flow freely. In a new study published in Frontiers of Human Neuroscience ,…

Neuroscience Says 1 Simple Habit Will Help You Build Brainpower and Emotional Intelligence. Here’s How to Do It

Neuroscience Says 1 Simple Habit Will Help You Build Brainpower and Emotional Intelligence. Here's How to Do It

The science is clear: Writing is good for your brain. There are literally hundreds of studies that indicate the psychological benefits of writing. For example, Duke University researchers found that participants who engaged in a six-week program of expressive writing improved their resilience, symptoms…

Neuroscience Says This 2-Minute Brain Exercise Will Keep Your Mind Sharp and Focused All Day (and Reduce Your Stress)

Neuroscience Says This 2-Minute Brain Exercise Will Keep Your Mind Sharp and Focused All Day (and Reduce Your Stress)

The workplace is a magnet for stress and anxiety . You’ve probably come home after a bad day filled with frustration and annoyance from the day’s events, as I have. Whether it’s a missed deadline, a conflict of interest, an argument that divides the…

Resiliency shaped by activity in the gut microbiome and brain

Science News from research organizations FULL STORY A new UCLA Health study has found that resilient people exhibit neural activity in the brain regions associated with improved cognition and regulating of emotions, and were more mindful and better at describing their feelings. The same…

Study links balanced neural activity to enhanced cognitive abilities in youth

Study links balanced neural activity to enhanced cognitive abilities in youth

In a world where external and internal stimuli can throw our entire body system off balance, how does our brain prevent itself from becoming overly stimulated? The answer lies in our brain’s ability to maintain the balance of neural excitation (E) and inhibition (I),…

Neural balance in the brain is associated with brain maturity and better cognitive ability

In a world where external and internal stimuli can throw our entire body system off balance, how does our brain prevent itself from becoming overly stimulated? The answer lies in our brain’s ability to maintain the balance of neural excitation (E) and inhibition (I),…

Study shows exercise spurs neuron growth and rewires the brain, helping mice forget traumatic and addictive memories

Study shows exercise spurs neuron growth and rewires the brain, helping mice forget traumatic and addictive memories

Exercise-induced formation of neurons and genetically-inducted neuron growth rewired neural circuits in the hippocampus, helping mice forget traumatic memories and reducing their PTSD-like symptoms. Credit: Risako Fujikawa, Kyushu University and Hospital for Sick Children Researchers from the University of Toronto, Canada, and Kyushu University,…

Exercise spurs neuron growth and rewires the brain, helping mice forget traumatic and addictive memories

Researchers from the University of Toronto, Canada, and Kyushu University, Japan, have found that increased neuron formation and the subsequent rewiring of neural circuits in the hippocampus through exercise or genetic manipulation helps mice forget traumatic or drug-associated memories. The findings, reported on May…

Can Anxiety Relief Come at the Cost of Cognitive Health?

Can Anxiety Relief Come at the Cost of Cognitive Health?

Key points Long-term use of benzos can lead to addiction & cognitive impairments. Older people are particularly vulnerable to the impairing effects of long-term benzodiazepine use. A recent study revealed the mechanism by which benzos interfere with plasticity and cognitive abilities. Other treatments such…

8 Brain-Boosters for the Aging Mind

8 Brain-Boosters for the Aging Mind

brain boosters Have you lost a step? Feel like the years are finally catching up? Just looking to spruce things up and turn back the biological clock? Wish there was an easy way to recharge your brain? Turns out, it’s not all just in…

Waking Up Tired? Try This Natural Sleep Supplement

Waking Up Tired? Try This Natural Sleep Supplement

If melatonin makes you groggy, GABA could be a good alternative. Sleep is essential to all aspects of our well-being, from our mood and brain functions to our immune system , heart health and more. Despite how important a good night’s sleep is, many…

Opinion: Brain imaging has promise to improve mental health treatment for kids. Here’s why.

Opinion: Brain imaging has promise to improve mental health treatment for kids. Here’s why.

Brain imaging in a child. (Jillian Lee Wiggins ) Wiggins is an associate professor of psychology at San Diego State University, and lives in Hillcrest. She will delve further into this topic at the TEDxSan Diego CommUNITY speaker series on Wednesday at the David…

How Exercise Helps Boost Your Memory-Brain Health as You Age

How Exercise Helps Boost Your Memory-Brain Health as You Age

Silke Woweries/Getty Images As we age, many of us will notice that our memory isn’t as sharp as it used to be. You may have trouble remembering where you left your keys or find it difficult to recall specific events. Still, although it may…

Addiction and the Gut-Brain Axis

Addiction and the Gut-Brain Axis

Key points A poor gut microbiota can lead to a leaky gut and systemic inflammation. Inflammation affects the brain, causing depression, anxiety, and poor impulse control. This can lead to self-medication and multiple kinds of substance use disorders. It doesn’t have to be this…

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