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05/02/2013

Smoking, diabetes, other things that harm physical health linked to poorer mental function, study says

News The cost of creativity 04/25/2013: Some people with laser focus may miss big-picture details, research suggests
News Can you feel empathy for a robot? 04/24/2013: Researchers try to capture bond between humans, mechanical companions
News Beer's taste may trigger urge to get drunk 04/15/2013: By Barbara Bronson Gray HealthDay Reporter

Study found flavor alone activated brain's reward center; effect stronger with family history of alcoholism
News Newly created rats designed to speed Alzheimer's research 04/10/2013: By Barbara Bronson Gray HealthDay Reporter

The genetically engineered rodents more closely mimic the disease found in humans, scientists say
News Could scientists peek into your dreams? 04/04/2013: By Barbara Bronson Gray HealthDay Reporter

In small study, computer programs and brain MRIs identified visual images during sleep
News Is a better sleeping pill on the way? 04/03/2013: By Amanda Gardner HealthDay Reporter

New type of med may eliminate grogginess, other side effects, study suggests
News Neurologists criticize prescribing "study drugs" to healthy teens 03/13/2013: By Barbara Bronson Gray HealthDay Reporter

Some people call it "brain doping" or "meducation." Others label the problem "neuroenhancement." Whatever the term, some neurologists have criticized the practice.
News Exercise might boost self-control in teens 03/06/2013: By Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter

Study findings, if confirmed, may have relevance for treating ADHD, autism
News Alcohol Targets Brain 'Reward Centers' in Heavy Drinkers 01/11/2012: Study highlights changes that make drinkers more likely to gain pleasure from booze
News Exercise May Help Those at Higher Risk for Alzheimer's: Study 01/09/2012: Sedentary people with gene variation had more brain changes