Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is a treatment used in at least 14 different disorders. A significant risk of this treatment is oxygen toxicity which can lead to seizures. A recent clinical study explored the effects of ketogenic supplements on delaying oxygen-induced seizures in a preclinical study. The major applications of hyperbaric oxygen treatment are in the

In a study published in the International Journal of Eating Disorders, researchers examined the capacity of food insecurity to increase the likelihood of binge eating disorder. Food security is known as the capacity to afford foods that provide the nutritional value for a healthy life. Food insecurity, which is the inability to afford or acquire

A Spanish study investigated the effects of the use of marijuana and stressful environments in teenagers and if this would cause long-term psychiatric damage. Marijuana is the most commonly used illicit drug in the world today, with its use normally beginning in the teenage years. These teenage years are also a time of important neural

Researchers at the University of Alberta have identified a drug that could target one of the major proteins responsible for ALS. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a debilitating disease marked by gradual neuromuscular degeneration. Previous studies have implicated several genes in the onset of the disease. One protein, called SOD1, has a propensity to misfold

A recent study examined how strongly anxiety and depression predict physical illnesses, compared to obesity and smoking. Preventative efforts in primary care often focus on physical risk factors such as obesity and smoking. While significant evidence exists linking mental health issues, such as depression and anxiety, to poorer health outcomes, these are not the focus

A combined effort from UK and US researchers seek the answer to what types of exercise are best for maintaining mental health. It is well-established that exercise is an amazing preventative measure for many of the health issues that can develop over the course of a lifetime. The risks of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes

A new study examined whether memory recall is organized by time, correlating otherwise unrelated events. Memory, specifically episodic and semantic memory, is best understood as a working network of connections. Memory is understood to be interlinked in a web-like network, where certain memories form associations with other memories. Scientists have long been developing theories for

Psychologists questioned youth about the effects of the Netflix show 13 Reasons Why on peers dealing with teen suicide as well as future implications of mature suicide-related content. The Netflix show 13 Reasons Why debuted on March 31, 2017, amidst a firestorm of controversy aimed at the show’s subject matter of teen suicide. A character

A recent study explored how parental alcohol use disorder relates to the marital status and relationship of their children. Alcohol use disorder is a serious condition, estimated to have affected 4.1% of the world’s population in 2010. It is one of the most dangerous, debilitating addictions. Often characterized by a dependency on alcohol, it is

A recent study found the gene most strongly associated with alcohol dependence, as well as other genetic influences and relations. Abusing alcohol is one of the leading causes of death and disease. One of every twenty deaths in the world can be attributed to alcohol consumption. Alcohol dependence is a severe psychiatric disorder that is,

A recent study examined the connection between depression, antidepressants, and the development of atrial fibrillation. Depression is one of the most prevalent psychiatric disorders in the world. The symptoms of depression can be severe, causing debilitating suffering in patients. However, in addition to these symptoms, depression is associated with higher risks of physical illness. One

Our Reader Score [Total: 0 Average: 0] Scientists made a research breakthrough in understanding the responsible mechanisms of restless leg syndrome.   Restless legs syndrome is a disorder related to sensation and movement. It is a common nervous system condition that causes an overwhelming irresistible urge to move the legs. The uncomfortable sensation usually happens

Our Reader Score [Total: 4 Average: 3] A recent study assessed the impact of singing on the motor function and stress levels of patients with Parkinson’s disease. This past November 2018, researchers attending the Society for Neuroscience revealed their results on a study that determined the benefits of singing for people with Parkinson’s. The study,

Our Reader Score [Total: 0 Average: 0] A recent pilot study looked at the effects of prazosin in treating suicidal thoughts in PTSD with significant sleep problems. Suicidal thoughts are common in individuals with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). PTSD is one of the most common mental illnesses these days, and it often includes sleep problems

Our Reader Score [Total: 0 Average: 0] Using an animal model, researchers from Oregon investigated how, even after one dose, the hyperactivity associated with cocaine use can alter the brain. Using cocaine creates both physiological and psychological changes. Some of these changes are caused by changes in the nervous system, while others are due to

Our Reader Score [Total: 0 Average: 0] A recent study examined the connection between a major traumatic injury and the incidence of subsequent mental health deterioration in Ontario, Canada. Traumatic injury is serious enough by itself, but oftentimes it is accompanied by an exacerbation of other symptoms. According to an article in the Canadian Medical

Our Reader Score [Total: 1 Average: 5] Loss of bladder control is common after spinal cord injuries. A new study published in Scientific Reports provides proof of concept that the therapeutic use of magnetic stimulation to the lower spinal cord can be used to improve voluntary bladder control. The spinal cord is a long, fragile

Our Reader Score [Total: 0 Average: 0] A recent study examined the rates of using mental health services among U.S. college students, as well as possible explanatory factors. While college mental health services are available for students, it has become an increasing concern that these may not be able to cover everyone. It has been

Our Reader Score [Total: 1 Average: 4] A group of researchers conducted a study on whether opioid receptors play a significant role in the antidepressant action of ketamine infusion for depression. Depression is one of the major causes of disability throughout the world. While traditional antidepressants are the main course of treatment for depression, a

Our Reader Score [Total: 0 Average: 0] In a recent study, researchers aimed to identify how ADHD will affect functional outcomes in adulthood. How does attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) shape the course of a child’s future? This is an important question with many unknown variables. In a recent study, American doctors and researchers wanted to identify

Our Reader Score [Total: 4 Average: 3.3] A recent article in Nature Methods describes a protocol for differentiating embryonic stem cells into spinal cord neural stem cells and demonstrated their ability to engraft and improve motor function in a rat model. Multiple groups in the field of neuroscience have been focusing on the regenerating and elastic

Our Reader Score [Total: 0 Average: 0] Researchers examined which brain areas play a role in the association between depression and sleep complications. Depression is recognized as one of the most debilitating illnesses these days. According to the World Health Organization, depression is currently the leading reason for disability. While there are many known treatments,

Our Reader Score [Total: 0 Average: 0] Published in Frontiers in Molecular Biosciences, researchers investigated the links between sex hormones and pain receptors in relation to migraines. Experts estimate that chronic pain affects more than 20% of the world’s population and is one of the most debilitating human diseases. Researchers are working to understand the cellular

Our Reader Score [Total: 0 Average: 0] A recent study analyzed the effects of a chronic ailment, combined with ill mental health, on the work performance and attendance of employees. By now it is well-known that certain ailments, such as multiple sclerosis, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, Lyme disease, and other immune disorders create an immense burden

Our Reader Score [Total: 1 Average: 5] A recent review in Adolescent Health, Medicine and Therapeutics discusses the current perspectives on gender dysphoria among adolescents. A large number of young adults are grappling with gender identity crisis. There is arising diagnosis of gender dysphoria. According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, gender

Our Reader Score [Total: 1 Average: 3] A two-year US study on over 2,500 teenagers looked at whether there is an association between frequent digital media use and subsequent ADHD symptoms in teens. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a mental condition that leads to difficulty in focusing attention, staying still, and controlling impulsive behaviors. It can

Our Reader Score [Total: 0 Average: 0] Phthalates are present in many consumer goods and readily enter our bodies. A recent study used rats to show that phthalates may interfere with brain development and produce life-long implications. Phthalates describe a class of anti-androgenic chemicals that have the potential to disrupt the body’s hormonal balance. They

Our Reader Score [Total: 11 Average: 3.9] Researchers at the Harvard Medical School have made a breakthrough that could someday help paralyzed people with spinal cord injury walk again. The spinal cord is a tube-like structure filled with a bundle of nerves, running from your brain down a canal in your backbone. It is a