Articles related to "Neurobiology"

According to a U.S. study the ability to reason, visualize spatially, and make quick decisions tails off in the late 20s, but experience fills the gap.

Neuroscientist Mario Beauregard disproves current theories that mystical experiences are the consequences of genetic function and neural stimulation.

A new group has formed at UCLA to protest in favor of animal research. The two sides put their case before the public at a recent protest.

Researchers are hopeful that statin drugs used to lower cholesterol may play a role in preventing Parkinson's disease.

Mouse Party offers a fun online learning tutorial for students studying drug abuse and addiction science, complete with worksheets and other helpful online resources.

Apple juice is an inexpensive beverage that may help to prevent the onset of Alzheimer's Disease. According to medical research diet can help keep the brain healthy.

Are women innately ill suited to scientific inquiry? Harvard's last President thinks so. What do others say?

The rate of trauma exposure and evidence of PTSD among child populations is increasing; there is an urgent need for interventions in the management of PTSD in children.

The rise in popularity of computing concepts has increased the popularity of this branch of mathematics.

Obesity is a growing worldwide problem and researchers are finding that maybe some of the causes are as simple as brain reflexes.

Accumulations of the amino acid neurotoxin glutamate, long suspected of causing neurological disease, have been implicated in neuromyelitis optica (NMO).

A Yale study shows a correlation to childhood stress and depression later in life. Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can actually shrink brain cells.

Students looking for a unique study abroad experience featuring Spanish and Latin American culture, should check out Mexico City's UNAM.

New neurons continue to form in the adult brain. Challenging mental exercises help to maintain these neurons and to improve brain cognitive function.

Online education has been around for quite some time but advances have been exponential.

A little known drug prescribed for stage fright is already evoking moral questions.

Breastfeeding has definite benefits over breastmilk substitutes. Yet parents are often unaware that formula has been shown to pose many health risks to babies.

Bipolar Disorder, formerly known as Manic Depressive Illness cannot be cured, but it can be managed with medication, psychotherapy and patient compliance.

How some forms of mental and physical activity really can interact to have observable and measurable effects on the brain and even the muscles and other organs.

Have you ever wondered how some people learn new tasks effortlessly, while others take more time? There are things you can do to help you think more clearly.

Birds might have small brains, but they are uncommonly intelligent.