Brain Facts
The Neuroscience of Trust
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Experiments around the world have shown that humans are naturally inclined to trust others—but don’t always. Is there a neurologic signal that indicates when we should trust someone? Read more. |
Link between Alzheimer’s and Normal Brain Aging
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Ground-breaking study opens up new area of preventative research for diseases like Alzheimer’s: Targeting age-dependent protein aggregates as possible therapeutic targets. Read more. |
No Two Neurons are Genetically Alike
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Scientists were surprised to find that the genetic makeup of any given brain cell differs from all others. That realization may provide clues to a range of psychiatric diseases. Read more. |
Exercise Can Protect the Brain from Alzheimer’s
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Another new study finds those who exercise have a reduced risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers also confirmed that regular physical activity may improve the performance of daily activities for people afflicted with Alzheimer’s. Read more. |