A newly identified high-frequency brain signal in the frontal cortex appears to drive compulsive behaviors in OCD. In three severe cases, briefly disrupting this activity through targeted deep brain stimulation rapidly reduced symptoms, offering hope for more precise and responsive treatments.
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Falling in love activates the brain’s reward system much like food or addictive substances. Dopamine surges create euphoria and obsessive focus, while stress hormones intensify the experience. Meanwhile, brain regions tied to critical judgment quiet down, allowing emotional bonding to take precedence over skepticism. As relationships mature, bonding hormones reshape that initial spark into lasting
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Think all sour tastes are the same? Think again. Scientists have found that different acids “pucker” the mouth differently, and your love for lemons says more about your diet than your personality.
Science of Tastes: What Really Drives Our Love for Sour Foods Read More »
It’s not just how long you fast, but when you stop eating. New research shows that finishing your last meal three hours before bed is the secret to boosting heart health.
Syncing Sleep and Snacks: Personalized Fasting Boosts Heart Health Read More »
Scientists have discovered that the human eye “rewires” itself during development to achieve sharp vision. This breakthrough could lead to new lab-grown transplants for macular degeneration.
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Does treating depression with antidepressants during pregnancy harm the baby? A massive new study reveals that while SSRIs increase gestational diabetes risk, they also protect against preterm birth.
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An old drug for glaucoma might be the key to stopping opioid relapse. New research shows acetazolamide “resets” the brain’s reward center to block cravings.
Glaucoma Drug Repurposed to Block Opioid Cravings and Relapse Read More »
Is the IDOL enzyme the key to stopping Alzheimer’s? New research shows that blocking this single target can dissolve brain plaques and boost cognitive resilience. By lowering the brain’s “strongest risk factor” protein, scientists have found a new way to keep neurons communicating even under attack.
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Think lead is a problem of the past? New research shows that lead stored in your bones for decades could triple your risk of Alzheimer’s disease. By tracking thousands of adults, scientists have discovered that historical exposure to leaded gas and paint is a “silent” driver of nearly 1 in 5 dementia cases.
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New research suggests that nighttime heat during pregnancy is a secret risk factor for autism. By tracking thousands of pregnancies, scientists discovered that extreme overnight temperatures during key developmental windows can significantly increase the likelihood of a diagnosis.
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