Brain development and aging The brain is a complex organ — a network of nerve cells, or neurons, producing thought, memory, action, and feeling. How does this complex system change from childhood to adulthood to late life in order to maintain optimal behavioral responses? These questions were put to the test by psychologists who studied…
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Being overweight in childhood may heighten lifetime risk of depression New research suggests that being overweight, especially from a young age, may substantially increase the lifetime risk of major depression. Being overweight in childhood may heighten lifetime risk of depression Source: Science Daily Healthy Aging
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Air pollution may disrupt sleep High levels of air pollution over time may get in the way of a good night’s sleep, according to new research. Air pollution may disrupt sleep Source: Science Daily Mind & Brain
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Sleep loss affects your waistline Sleep loss increases the risk of obesity through a combination of effects on energy metabolism. This research will highlight how disrupted sleep patterns, a common feature of modern living, can predispose to weight gain, by affecting people’s appetite and responses to food and exercise. Sleep loss affects your waistline Source:…
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Can omega-3 help prevent Alzheimer’s disease? Brain SPECT imaging shows possible link The incidence of Alzheimer’s disease is expected to triple in the coming decades and no cure has been found. Recently, interest in dietary approaches for prevention of cognitive decline has increased. In particular, the omega-3 fatty acids have shown anti-amyloid, anti-tau and anti-inflammatory…
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Osteoarthritis could be prevented with good diet and exercise Osteoarthritis can potentially be prevented with a good diet and regular exercise, a new expert review reports. Osteoarthritis could be prevented with good diet and exercise Source: Science Daily Fitness
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Virtual reality for psychiatric treatment? Research shows promise for VR and other technologies in mental health care A growing body of evidence suggests that virtual reality (VR) technology can be an effective part of treatment for phobias, posttraumatic stress disorder, and other mental health conditions, according to a research review. Virtual reality for psychiatric…
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The family dog could help boost physical activity for kids with disabilities The family dog could serve as a partner and ally in efforts to help children with disabilities incorporate more physical activity into their daily lives. A case study of one 10-year-old boy with cerebral palsy and his family’s dog, found the intervention program…
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Pet dogs help kids feel less stressed Pet dogs provide valuable social support for kids when they’re stressed, according to a study by researchers, who were among the first to document stress-buffering effects of pets for children. Pet dogs help kids feel less stressed Source: Science Daily Mind & Brain
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Swearing aloud can make you stronger In the research, Dr Stephens and his team conducted two experiments. In the first, 29 participants completed a test of anaerobic power — a short, intense period on an exercise bike — after both swearing and not swearing. In the second, 52 participants completed an isometric handgrip test, again…
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