Insomnia linked to damage to brain communication networks

Jun 11, 2016 by

Researchers used MRIs to study insomnia and found that people with insomnia have abnormalities in their brain’s white matter tracts....

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Losing sleep may decrease brain volume

Sep 21, 2014 by

New research has found a link between lack of sleep and decreased brain volume. The jury is still out as to causation vs. consequence, but things seem to indicate that improving your sleep quality (and possibly, quantity) can slow...

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Insomniacs have more neuroplasticity in motor cortex region

May 1, 2014 by

Though it’s not yet known if it’s a cause of insomnia, people who have trouble sleeping have higher levels of activity and plasticity in the motor cortex region of their brain....

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Insomniacs have more plasticity and activity in motor cortex

Apr 24, 2014 by

Researchers have discovered that insomniacs have more plasticity and activity in the area of the brain that controls movement....

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Certain medications can impact memory and concentration in people over 65....

Nov 6, 2012 by

Certain medications for allergies, anxiety, insomnia and even itching can negatively impact memory and concentration in people over 65. In fact, a recent study supports a previous recommendation for seniors to completely avoid: sleeping pills, tricyclic antidepressants and first-generation...

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