NIH-funded brain mapping study uncovers which cell types may be harmed first.
NIH-funded brain mapping study uncovers which cell types may be harmed first.
In ancient Greece, headaches were considered a profound torment. Sufferers would pray to Asclepius, the god of medicine, hoping for relief. When the pain persisted, healers might perform a notorious treatment—drilling a small hole in the skull to release what was believed to be excess blood causing the pain.
As the most complex organ in the body, your brain undergoes significant changes throughout your life. It starts functioning even before birth and continues working after death.
GABA, short for gamma-aminobutyric acid, is an inhibitory neurotransmitter. Gamma-aminobutyric acid works by reducing the ability of neurons to receive, generate, or transmit chemical messages to other neurons. Several medical conditions are associated with changes in the levels of this acid, which can impair the functioning of the nervous system.
In the video 10 Causes of Memory Loss in Aging posted on the YouTube channel Better Health While Aging, board-certified geriatrician Dr. Leslie Kernisan (MD MPH) explains the common causes of memory and cognitive issues in older adults, and what healthcare providers should address during an initial evaluation.
Alzheimer’s disease can profoundly alter your brain in a harmful way, leading to impaired communication, brain shrinkage, difficulty concentrating, and memory loss.
Neural feedback is a crucial process in handling and responding to environmental stimuli. Training the brain not only strengthens neural feedback but also improves thinking ability, decision-making, and daily productivity. So, what is the best way to train the brain for enhanced neural response?
What is myelin? Myelin is a sheath that surrounds nerve fibers in the nervous system, acting as an insulating layer, helping to speed up signal transmission between nerve cells. Research on myelin and measures to protect this important covering is one of the potential approaches in preventing neurological decline in old age. The article below...
Cognitive decline is a condition characterized by a reduction in the ability to think, remember, and process information, commonly seen in the elderly or caused by neurological diseases. This condition not only affects quality of life but also poses various health risks. This article will help you understand the symptoms, risks, and ways to prevent...
Lack of sleep is a common health problem in modern life, directly affecting both physical and mental health of people. When sleep is not guaranteed, the body does not have enough time to recover and regenerate, thereby causing many negative effects on overall health and especially the brain. Therefore, understand the effects clearly. The harm...
