Learning with music can change brain structure

Sep 30, 2017 by

A new study has found that using musical cues to learn a physical task goes a long way in increasing structural connections between the regions of the brain that deal with movement and sound....

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New biomarkers may help test for concussion

Sep 28, 2017 by

A new study that analyzed blood samples from 30 injured patients at regular intervals immediately after being hurt identified three inflammatory biomarkers that could serve as early biomarkers of TBI....

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Computer game may help MCI

Sep 26, 2017 by

Scientists have created a new brain training app called “Game Show,” that may boost episodic memory in people with mild cognitive impairment, a potential precursor to dementia....

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Compound in strawberries may prevent Alzheimer’s

Sep 24, 2017 by

According to new research, the key to preventing Alzheimer’s and other age-related neurodegenerative diseases may be found in fisetin. The natural compound is found in strawberries and other fruits and vegetables and helps limit cell damage caused by free...

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Poor quality sleep increases Alzheimer’s-related proteins in the brain...

Sep 22, 2017 by

A new study has found that even one night of disrupted deep, slow-wave sleep in middle-aged adults can raise tau and amyloid beta proteins, which are associated with Alzheimer’s....

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FDA approves first generic Strattera for ADHD treatment

Sep 20, 2017 by

The FDA has approved the first generic version of ADHD medication Strattera for both adults and kids....

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