A new study provides first-of-its-kind data on the pharmacokinetics and safety of intravenous remdesivir in treating SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus in pregnant women. The research reveals that no dose adjustments are necessary for remdesivir when used in pregnant women, with no safety concerns or adverse pregnancy outcomes identified.
SourceUniversity of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus·JournalThe Journal of Infectious Diseases·DateAug 13, 2024
A study of nearly 30,000 US caregivers found that comprehensive mental health coverage laws reduced difficulties in accessing care for children. Caregivers from diverse backgrounds faced more challenges, highlighting the need for culturally sensitive services.
SourceUniversity of California - San Francisco·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateAug 12, 2024
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A study published in Neuron reveals that neurons are wired to connect seemingly unrelated concepts, enhancing the brain's ability to predict what we see based on past experiences. Visual experience influences the organisation of feedback projections, which store information about the world.
SourceChampalimaud Centre for the Unknown·JournalNeuron·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 12, 2024
A University of Oklahoma researcher is investigating how prenatal inflammation increases the risk of neurodevelopmental disorders like ADHD and autism. She hopes to find a way to promote fetal resilience to inflammation using antioxidants like PQQ.
A new study found that mTORC1 activity correlates with classical biometrics, such as height and macrocephaly, as well as specific neuropsychiatric diseases like anxiety and autism. The research suggests that human variability of mTORC1 gain of function may predict medication response.
SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalAging-US·TypeNews article·DateAug 7, 2024
Researchers at UC Davis have developed a new method called CaST to track the activation of brain neurons and biomolecules by psychedelic drugs. The tool allows scientists to study the cellular mechanisms behind psychedelic treatments for brain disorders, such as depression and post-traumatic stress disorder.
SourceUniversity of California - Davis·JournalNature Methods·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 5, 2024
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A novel study finds that monitoring cortical microstructural change in the brain using diffusion weighted MRI scans may help identify individuals at risk for cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease. Tracking these changes over time could provide precious time for disease-modifying treatments.
SourceElsevier·JournalBiological Psychiatry Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuroimaging·TypeImaging analysis·DateJul 30, 2024
Researchers at UC San Francisco found a link between healthy diets and a younger biological age. Even when people eat healthy diets, each gram of added sugar is associated with an increase in epigenetic age. The Mediterranean diet had the strongest association with lower epigenetic age.
SourceUniversity of California - San Francisco·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateJul 29, 2024
A new study published in the journal Brain Connectivity reveals how psychological resilience can aid children's recovery from concussions. The research found that building resilience through supportive family environments and effective coping strategies may help young patients heal faster.
SourceMary Ann Liebert, Inc./Genetic Engineering News·JournalBrain Connectivity·TypeImaging analysis·DateJul 29, 2024
A meta-analysis of existing research found that spending time in nature, even as little as 10 minutes, can yield short-term benefits for adults with mental illness. The analysis examined 30 years of published research on the social, mental, and physical health effects of exposure to nature.
SourceUniversity of Utah·JournalEcopsychology·TypeMeta-analysis·DateJul 18, 2024
A pilot study found evidence of human co-infections with Bartonella and Babesia odocoilei in six out of seven patients with chronic, non-specific illness. The discovery could lead to better diagnoses and treatments for patients with these infections.
SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalParasites & Vectors·TypeObservational study·DateJul 16, 2024
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A unique neural signature, beta frequency activity in the anterior cingulate cortex, is associated with recognizing rewards and shaping future behaviors. This signature is altered in patients with depression.
SourceTexas Children's Hospital·JournalNature Communications·DateJul 15, 2024
Researchers have discovered a new diagnostic method for PSP by analyzing protein biomarkers in spinal fluid, which could lead to earlier diagnosis and targeted therapies. The high-throughput technology allows for the measurement of thousands of proteins in a tiny drop of fluid, providing a promising solution for identifying the condition.
SourceUniversity of California - San Francisco·JournalNeurology·DateJul 3, 2024
A study of 450 community outpatient mental health facilities found that approximately one-third offered medications for opioid use disorder. The availability of these medications highlights the need for further research on uptake and effective referral models.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateJun 18, 2024
Researchers found a link between gut microbiota and Parkinson's disease, revealing reduced B vitamins and intestinal barrier issues. Treatment with B vitamins could alleviate PD symptoms and slow disease progression.
SourceNagoya University·Journalnpj Parkinson s Disease·DateJun 17, 2024
A potential new strategy for reducing diabetes risk associated with antipsychotic medications involves co-administering drugs that block dopamine receptors in the brain alongside those that stop these same receptors in the pancreas. This approach may limit metabolic side effects and improve glucose metabolism.
SourceUniversity of Pittsburgh·JournalDiabetes·DateJun 13, 2024
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A retrospective study of 202 participants found that only 83 presymptomatic carriers underwent predictive testing, highlighting limitations in current genetic testing methods. The researchers advocate for a comprehensive clinical approach combining genetic counseling, predictive testing, and monitoring, as well as psychosocial support.
SourceShinshu University·JournalAmyloid·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 13, 2024
A new WhatsApp-based program has shown significant improvements in treating depression among older adults in Brazil. The Viva Vida program used simple audio messages and images to provide education on depression and behavioral activation, with a 10-point improvement in symptom reduction between intervention and control groups.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalNature Medicine·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateJun 11, 2024
Middle-aged people exhibit reduced exploration when learning a novel maze environment compared to younger individuals. This difference is partially driven by changes in how they learn about the maze, including visiting more objects and pausing for longer periods.
SourceFrontiers·JournalFrontiers in Aging Neuroscience·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 11, 2024
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A new study led by researchers at UC San Francisco found that a virtual emotion-centered program called TunedIn can reduce diabetes distress by half and improve glucose control. The program incorporates elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and was delivered virtually to 276 adults with Type 1 diabetes.
SourceUniversity of California - San Francisco·JournalDiabetes Care·DateJun 10, 2024
Research suggests that altered lipid signaling in brain cells contributes to mental disorders, with specific inhibitors showing promise in rebalancing this mechanism. The study found similar changes in both human patients and healthy relatives, as well as mice with genetic disorders, opening up new treatment opportunities.
SourceUniversity of Cologne·JournalMolecular Psychiatry·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 6, 2024
Researchers found that eating more than one gram of sodium per day increases the likelihood of eczema flares by 22%, making it easier for patients to manage their symptoms. Eczema affects over 31 million people in the US and can be difficult to cope with when unpredictable.
SourceUniversity of California - San Francisco·JournalJAMA Dermatology·DateJun 5, 2024
A survey of nearly 340,000 texts spanning 79 years shows that generic terms in mental health have shifted towards "mental illness," with "psychiatric" and "mental health" becoming more common. The study suggests further research is needed to understand how language affects people experiencing mental ill health.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS Mental Health·TypeObservational study·DateJun 4, 2024
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The study identified over 150 genetic variants linked to disease and showcased the utility of using organoids for brain research. Machine learning was used to predict gene activity, enabling faster and more efficient research.
A comprehensive study by McLean Hospital researchers reveals both shared and unique molecular changes across brain regions, genomic layers, cell types, and blood in individuals with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and major depressive disorder (MDD). The findings provide potential avenues for novel therapeutics and biomarkers.
SourceMcLean Hospital·JournalScience·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMay 23, 2024
Researchers create largest and most advanced multidimensional maps of gene regulation networks in the brains of people with and without mental disorders. The study uses postmortem brain tissue from over 2,500 donors to map gene regulation networks across different stages of brain development and multiple brain-related disorders.
SourceNIH/National Institute of Mental Health·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 23, 2024
A recent study found that mental disorders can be transmitted within adolescent peer networks, highlighting the importance of social connections in mental health. The research suggests that these networks play a significant role in shaping mental health outcomes among adolescents.
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A plant-based diet is associated with a 47% lower risk of prostate cancer progression in men. Eating one or two extra servings of healthy foods daily can significantly reduce the disease's worsening chances.
SourceUniversity of California - San Francisco·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateMay 13, 2024
A new study found that sociodemographic variables are the most robust predictors of substance use initiation among adolescents. Factors such as religion, race, and income play a significant role in determining an adolescent's likelihood of initiating substance use.
SourceAmerican Psychiatric Association·JournalAmerican Journal of Psychiatry·DateMay 6, 2024
A new study published by the University of Bath found that adolescents are more vulnerable to cannabis use disorder than adults, despite using cannabis less frequently. The study showed that adolescents reported greater negative impacts on daily functioning and symptoms of cannabis use disorder.
SourceUniversity of Bath·JournalEuropean Archives of Psychiatry and Clinical Neuroscience·TypeSurvey·DateMay 5, 2024
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A new study found that brief anger episodes can negatively impact blood vessel function, leading to increased risk of heart disease and stroke. The researchers investigated the effects of anger, sadness, and anxiety on blood vessel function and found that evoking an angered state led to blood vessel dysfunction.
SourceAmerican Heart Association·JournalJournal of the American Heart Association·DateMay 1, 2024
Researchers at the University of Toronto have found a way to better control the preclinical generation of key neurons depleted in Parkinson's disease. They developed an efficient method for stimulating stem cell differentiation to produce neural cells in the midbrain, which closely resemble dopaminergic neurons of natural origin.
SourceUniversity of Toronto·JournalDevelopment·DateApr 30, 2024
Researchers at NeuRA and UniSA found that early detection and comprehensive treatment can lead to significant recovery for most people with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) within 12-18 months. The study reviews the latest advances in CRPS epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment.
SourceUniversity of South Australia·JournalThe Lancet Neurology·TypeSystematic review·DateApr 30, 2024
Researchers developed a gene-based therapy that restored typical cellular function in organoids created from cells of people with Timothy syndrome. The treatment used antisense oligonucleotides to decrease the use of mutated exon 8A and increase reliance on non-affected exon 8, restoring normal calcium channel functioning.
SourceNIH/National Institute of Mental Health·JournalNature·DateApr 24, 2024
A recent study published in JAMA Network Open found that understaffed nursing homes in disadvantaged neighborhoods are more likely to overmedicate residents with antipsychotics. The researchers suggest that increasing staffing levels could help reduce the use of these medications and address the root causes of behavioral issues.
SourceNew York University·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateApr 24, 2024
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A study published by Cornell University researchers found that more frequent positive contact with nature is associated with reduced inflammation levels. The study, which analyzed data from the Midlife in the U.S. survey, suggests that enjoying nature can help prevent or manage diseases linked to chronic inflammation.
SourceCornell University·JournalBrain Behavior and Immunity·DateApr 22, 2024
Research suggests that mentally active employees are less likely to experience cognitive decline and dementia-related issues. The study analyzed various interventions aimed at boosting mental performance, revealing promising results for those looking to reduce the risk of age-related brain decline.
A study analyzing 8,384 clinical appointments found that women aged 45 are the majority of patients treated at public psychiatric outpatient clinics in Brazil. The patients had sadness, anxiety, and irritability as primary symptoms, with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors being commonly prescribed medications.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalFrontiers in Psychiatry·DateApr 11, 2024
Concordia researchers use network analysis to study cognitive decline, identifying key variables that predict subtle changes in brain function. Executive function and processing speed are found to be strongly influential, with age affecting cognition differently for those with mild cognitive impairment or Alzheimer's disease.
SourceConcordia University·JournalCortex·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 9, 2024
A large naturalistic study found ECT to be effective in reducing illness severity for depression, bipolar depression, schizophrenia, and mania. Common side effects included confusion and cognitive impairment, but rare complications such as prolonged seizures and cardiovascular issues were also reported.
SourceEuropean Psychiatric Association·TypeObservational study·DateApr 9, 2024
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Research highlights gaps in information, support, and resources for women with serious mental illness who are pregnant or planning a pregnancy. The study found that few women recalled discussions of pregnancy with their mental health providers and were dissatisfied with the information they received about potential safety concerns.
SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles Health Sciences·JournalHealth Affairs·TypeSurvey·DateApr 3, 2024
A new study by Boston University School of Public Health reveals that nearly half of Las Vegas concertgoers who survived the 2017 mass shooting experienced major depressive episodes within the past year. The study also found that over 63% of survivors reported post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms during the same time period.
SourceBoston University School of Public Health·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeObservational study·DateApr 2, 2024
A recent study published in Annals of Neurology suggests that midlife stressful events may be a risk factor for developing Alzheimer's disease in older ages. Researchers found associations between stress and higher levels of beta-amyloid protein, neuroinflammation, and brain atrophy, particularly in men.
SourceBarcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal)·JournalAnnals of Neurology·TypeObservational study·DateApr 2, 2024
Researchers developed a smartphone cognitive testing app that detects early signs of FTD in gene carriers before symptoms appear. The app was found to be comparable to gold-standard methods and may enable greater participation in clinical trials.
SourceUniversity of California - San Francisco·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateApr 1, 2024
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A nationwide Swedish study reveals a bidirectional link between premenstrual disorders (PMS/PMDD) and perinatal depression. Women with PMS/PMDD are five times more likely to experience perinatal depression, while those with perinatal depression are twice as likely to develop PMS/PMDD.
SourceKarolinska Institutet·JournalPLOS Medicine·TypeObservational study·DateMar 28, 2024
A new study by the University of Southampton found that a commonly used questionnaire for monitoring depression treatment in primary care does not provide immediate benefits. However, patients who tracked their scores reported improved overall wellbeing and quality of life after six months.
SourceUniversity of Southampton·JournalBritish Journal of General Practice·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateMar 27, 2024
A large-scale animal study reveals that brain pH and lactate levels are a common feature across various neuropsychiatric conditions, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, autism, depression, epilepsy, and Alzheimer's disease. Changes in brain energy metabolism are linked to cognitive impairment, particularly working memory.
SourceFujita Health University·JournaleLife·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 26, 2024
A new series of essays explores the ethics and social issues raised by brain research, including post-trial obligations for human participants in neural-device trials. The studies reveal that injury and illness rob individuals of personal identity, while neuromodulation can restore it.
SourceThe Hastings Center·TypeObservational study·DateMar 25, 2024
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A new study published in PLOS Medicine found that individuals with lower income or education levels are more likely to develop medical conditions related to alcohol abuse. The research suggests that these groups may benefit from additional screening by clinicians to evaluate their alcohol consumption and identify related conditions.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS Medicine·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 19, 2024
Researchers at the University of Texas at Arlington have developed a method to determine the clinical potency of psilocybin and psilocin in Psilocybe cubensis mushrooms. This technique uses liquid chromatography with tandem mass spectrometry, allowing for accurate extraction and measurement of the strength of the mushrooms.
SourceUniversity of Texas at Arlington·JournalAnalytica Chimica Acta·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 18, 2024
A Duke University-led study suggests that targeting disadvantaged neighborhoods for dementia prevention programs could help lower dementia risk. People living in poorer neighborhoods show early signs of cognitive decline and have measurably poorer brain health as early as age 45, regardless of their own personal income or education.
SourceDuke University·JournalAlzheimer s & Dementia·TypeObservational study·DateMar 14, 2024
A new study finds that Latinx children with unreliable access to food at age 4 are nearly four times more likely to develop fatty liver disease later. The researchers recommend earlier screening for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) and ensuring public meal programs offer nutritious meals.
SourceUniversity of California - San Francisco·JournalPediatric Obesity·DateMar 8, 2024
A study analyzing nationally representative data found that youth experienced a sustained increase in mental health issues between 2006 and 2019. The findings suggest that treatment and prevention strategies must address preexisting psychiatric needs in addition to the pandemic's direct effects.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateMar 7, 2024
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A new study from Karolinska Institutet has found a clear link between childhood adversity and the risk of mental illness later in life. The research suggests that genetics and environment play a significant role in contributing to adult psychiatric disorders, highlighting the need for targeted health care interventions within families ...
SourceKarolinska Institutet·JournalJAMA Psychiatry·TypeObservational study·DateMar 6, 2024
A study by SLU professor SangNam Ahn found that childhood and adult adversity can increase the risk of mental illness and cognitive decline later in life. The research team analyzed data from over 3,500 individuals and discovered a strong correlation between adverse events and anxiety, depression, and cognitive impairment.
SourceSaint Louis University·JournalJournal of Clinical Psychology·DateMar 1, 2024
Scientists have discovered that the bat brainstem processes echolocation and communication calls differently, with a stronger response to less frequent calls due to better neural synchronization. The findings may also be relevant to medical applications in humans, such as understanding diseases like ADHD or schizophrenia.
SourceGoethe University Frankfurt·JournalJNeurosci·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 23, 2024
Delta opioid receptors play a crucial role in anxiety development, and research reveals its therapeutic effects in animal models. KNT-127, a DOP agonist, reduces anxiety-like behavior by suppressing glutamatergic transmission, offering new potential for treating anxiety disorders.
SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalNeuropsychopharmacology Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 22, 2024
A study of 1,948 U.S. adults with lifetime suicide attempts found that nearly 20% had no prior psychiatric diagnosis, raising questions about suicide risk screening limits. This finding suggests a broader population is at risk and warrants further investigation into suicidal behavior.
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Frequent consumption of ultra-processed foods in the US diet is associated with increased rates of colorectal cancer and other gastrointestinal diseases. This may be attributed to additives such as emulsifiers that can disrupt the balance of gut microbiota, leading to disease promotion.
SourceFlorida Atlantic University·JournalThe American Journal of Medicine·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateFeb 20, 2024
A new blood test uses the biomarker BD-tau to predict functional outcomes in patients after ischemic stroke. Higher levels of BD-tau are associated with more severe outcomes.
SourceUniversity of Gothenburg·JournalNeurology·TypeObservational study·DateFeb 19, 2024