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ADHD and Parkinson’s disease linked to gene-driven brain volume

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Weighing in: Brain volume in specific regions may increase the risk of neurological and neurodevelopmental conditions

Spanning nearly 100 laboratories in 45 countries, landmark research has, for the first time, shown an association between genetic brain size and neurological conditions such as Parkinson’s disease and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). And while it doesn’t prove causation, it’s a big step forward in being able to assess risk factors and provide early intervention.

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User-friendly ADHD headset and game IDs up to 95% of cases

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A wearable, non-invasive brain-computer interface (BCI) that quickly measures neural activity while the user plays through a video-game ‘test’ is helping clinicians more accurately diagnose attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). While still i… Continue reading User-friendly ADHD headset and game IDs up to 95% of cases→

15.5 million US adults now have ADHD, but system continues to fail most

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In a much-needed update to 2003 data on attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), a new report from the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) has found that an estimated 15.5 million US adults are living with the condition – and many are … Continue reading 15.5 million US adults now have ADHD, but system continues to fail most→

World-first ADHD headband treats symptoms in 20 minutes per day

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An innovative start-up is out to change how attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is managed, bypassing the traditional route of medication to instead use non-invasive light electrical brain stimulation delivered by a headband worn for just 2… Continue reading World-first ADHD headband treats symptoms in 20 minutes per day→

‘Night owls’ have 13.5% better brain function than early risers

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‘Night owls’ traditionally get a bit of a rough time of it, with numerous studies linking staying up late to poor health outcomes, inadequate sleep and a fair amount of shame that comes with not being able to function as well in the mornings as others…. Continue reading ‘Night owls’ have 13.5% better brain function than early risers→

ADHD robot coach works where apps and screens fail

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Adults with attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD) will know that the condition presents challenges that impact many aspects of daily life: missed deadlines, debilitating task paralysis, forgotten appointments, poor time management and ‘to-do’ l… Continue reading ADHD robot coach works where apps and screens fail→

ADHD affects connectivity across the whole brain, study confirms

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Using neuroimaging data of nearly 12,000 participants, researchers have confirmed there is a need for a ‘whole brain approach’ to diagnosing, researching and treating attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).Continue ReadingCategory: Medical, Sc… Continue reading ADHD affects connectivity across the whole brain, study confirms→

In a first, human study shows how dopamine teaches our brain new tricks

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More than just the 'rewards' chemical, dopamine helps our brains avoid negative experiences based on previous 'punishment'

For the first time, dopamine regulation has been mapped in real time, deep inside the brains of three humans, revealing how the brain neurotransmitter plays an essential role in not just recognizing rewards but learning from mistakes.

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