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Specific Genetic Mutation Conveys Psychiatric Risk

Monday, October 19th, 2009

A new test confirms the scientific hypothesis that defective neural development predisposes individuals to behavioral disorders. Researchers at ...

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Recognize Early Signs of Alzheimer’s

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009

Future strategies to address Alzheimer’s disease hinge on the ability to improve early diagnosis. A new report suggests cognitive abilities other than ...

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Risk from Medications Used To Treat Alzheimer’s

Friday, October 2nd, 2009

New research discovers one of the medications commonly prescribed to treat Alzheimer's disease may be ...

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When Money Skills Deteriorate, Watch for Alzheimer’s

Wednesday, September 23rd, 2009

As baby boomers age, so do their parents. New research suggests it may be time to think about assistance when ...

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Social Networks Benefit Our Health

Friday, September 11th, 2009

Evidence continues to mount regarding the value of social support and social networking. New research suggests membership in a social group can reduce ...

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Aging, Healthy Brain Retains Size

Wednesday, September 9th, 2009

A new study could revise the belief that older brains are substantially smaller than younger brains. The position reversal may stem from ...

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Obesity Tied to Memory Loss

Wednesday, August 26th, 2009

Obesity has become a significant health crisis: More than 300 million people worldwide are considered obese and more than a billion people are ...

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Cultural Views Differ on Brain Aging

Monday, August 24th, 2009

Cultural diversity implies that norms are different for various cultures. A new report has identified how ethnically, culturally, linguistically, and ...

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