Genetic abnormalities may cause cerebral palsy, study suggests
22:07 27-01-2012; source: www.sciencedaily.com
For years it was thought that a difficult birth and other perinatal factors were the leading causes of cerebral palsy (CP), a group of disorders that can involve brain and nervous system functions such as movement, learning, hearing, seeing and thinking. Now, researchers suggest that the majority of cerebral palsy causes may in fact be caused by genetic abnormalities.
New way developed to image brain tumors and predict recurrence
20:07 27-01-2012; source: www.sciencedaily.com
After people with low-grade glioma, a type of brain cancer, undergo neurosurgery to remove the tumors, they face variable odds of survival — depending largely on how rapidly the cancer recurs. Even though their doctors monitor the tumor closely with sophisticated imaging, it is difficult to determine with certainty whether cancer has returned in a more malignant state that requires aggressive treatment.
Brain receptor in eyes may link epilepsy, cataracts and antidepressants
20:07 27-01-2012; source: www.sciencedaily.com
Researchers have discovered that the most common receptor for the major neurotransmitter in the brain is also present in the eye, which may explain links between cataracts, epilepsy and use of a number of antiepileptic and antidepressant drugs.
Family history of psychiatric disorders shapes intellectual interests, study suggests
06:07 27-01-2012; source: www.sciencedaily.com
A family history of psychiatric conditions such as autism and depression could influence the subjects a person finds engaging, new research suggests. Although preliminary, the findings provide a new look at the oft-studied link between psychiatric conditions and aptitude in the arts or sciences.
School obesity programs may promote worrisome eating behaviors and physical activity in kids
05:07 27-01-2012; source: www.sciencedaily.com
A new report examines the possible association between school-based childhood obesity prevention programs and an increase in eating disorders among young children and adolescents. In a new poll, 30% of parents report at least one worrisome behavior in their children that could be associated with the development of eating disorders.
Believing the impossible and conspiracy theories
23:07 26-01-2012; source: www.sciencedaily.com
Distrust and paranoia about government has a long history, and the feeling that there is a conspiracy of elites can lead to suspicion for authorities and the claims they make. For some, the attraction of conspiracy theories is so strong that it leads them to endorse entirely contradictory beliefs, according to a new study.
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