Playful Brains: Early Years Play Shapes Children’s Futures
WEBOct 2, 2023 · Play in the early years forges essential neural pathways, impacting future growth and learning. Children are biologically wired for play, and diverging from this can hinder their development. The research integrates the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact, suggesting play as a means of mental health recovery for …
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WEBNeuroscience News is an independent open access science magazine. Since 2001, we have featured neuroscience research news from labs, universities, hospitals and news departments around the world. Topics include brain research, AI, psychology, neuroscience, mental health and neurotech.
Exercise and the Brain: The Neuroscience of Fitness Explored
WEBMay 13, 2023 · Exercise also helps manage and reduce stress, increasing concentrations of norepinephrine and endorphins, chemicals that moderate the brain’s response to stress and induce feelings of happiness. The benefits of fitness extend beyond the brain. Regular physical activity reduces inflammation in the body, …
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WEB2 days ago · What is neuroscience? Neuroscience is the scientific study of nervous systems. Neuroscience can involve research from many branches of science including those involving neurology, brain science, neurobiology, psychology, computer science, artificial intelligence, statistics, prosthetics, neuroimaging, engineering, …
The Psychology of Conspiracy Theorists: More Than Just Paranoia
WEBJun 26, 2023 · Credit: Neuroscience News. Summary: A new study delves into the intricate psyche of conspiracy theorists, attributing their beliefs to a mixture of personality traits and motivations. The study suggests conspiracy theorists are not necessarily ‘mentally unwell’, but often resort to conspiracy theories to fulfill unmet needs and rationalize ...
How Neurons That Wire Together Fire Together - Neuroscience …
WEBDec 23, 2021 · In 1949, psychologist Donald Hebb laid out his compelling “assembly theory” of how the brain achieves this feat. It is best summarized by the mantra “neurons that fire together wire together.”. The idea is that neurons responding to the same stimulus connect preferentially to form “neuronal ensembles.”. These associations are ...
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WEB2 days ago · A new study shows that brain synchronization between a neurotypical person and someone with autism is weaker compared to two neurotypical individuals interacting. Using EEG hyperscanning, researchers observed reduced inter-brain synchrony during hand movement imitation between mixed pairs, with autistic individuals more likely to …
Cannabis Use Linked to Lower Dementia Risk - Neuroscience News
WEBApr 9, 2024 · Summary: Recreational cannabis use may be associated with a significant decrease in the odds of experiencing subjective cognitive decline (SCD) in adults over 45. Analyzing data from the CDC’s 2021 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, researchers found that recreational users had 96% lower odds of …
Tau May Protect Brain Cells from Oxidative Damage
WEBAug 30, 2024 · Summary: Researchers have discovered that the Tau protein, often linked to neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s, also has a protective role in the brain. Tau helps combat oxidative stress by aiding in the formation of lipid droplets in glial cells, which sequester toxic lipids and protect neurons. However, when Tau is mutated or absent ...
Critical Longevity Gene Discovered - Neuroscience News
WEBSep 5, 2024 · Summary: Researchers have identified a protein called OSER1 that plays a key role in regulating longevity, offering new insights into why some people live longer than others.Found in humans and animals alike, OSER1 was discovered as part of a group of proteins linked to lifespan and aging. The study suggests that OSER1 could be a target for future treatments aimed at extending life or ...