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New study shows how sickle cell affects brain function

Sickle cell disease is often thought of solely as a blood disorder, but new research from the Wood Neuro Research Group provides measurable evidence that it can reshape how brain networks function. Previous neuroimaging studies ...

Cheek cells may provide clues to schizophrenia risk

A simple cheek swab could one day provide a quick and noninvasive diagnostic test for schizophrenia. A new study published in Science Advances has identified higher levels of two biological markers in the cheek swabs of patients ...

How do GLP-1 agonists affect gene expression?

GLP-1s are building a reputation as "wonder drugs." First characterized for their ability to improve insulin release and treat diabetes, the drugs were later found to promote weight loss and improve cardiovascular health. ...

Substance use on the rise among Gen Z in their early 20s

Around seven in 10 (68%) young adults who are part of generation Z report binge drinking in the past year, with almost a third (29%) regularly consuming six or more alcoholic drinks in one sitting, according to new UCL research.

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Creating less trippy, more therapeutic 'magic mushrooms'

Psilocybin—the psychoactive compound in "magic mushrooms"—is gaining scientific attention for its potential in treating neuropsychiatric conditions including depression, anxiety, substance use disorders and certain neurodegenerative ...

Index provides flu risk for each state

Infectious disease can afflict a population in complex ways. Understanding the varying risks is an equally complex challenge. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers a general metric for assessing the ...

New study looks at hidden privacy concerns of menopause tech

New research by academics at Royal Holloway has revealed privacy and advice concerns surrounding technology aimed at helping women navigate menopause. The study, which surveyed 310 UK participants, is warning that sensitive ...

Integrating primary preventative intervention during pregnancy

New research from Murdoch University shows it is possible to integrate primary preventative intervention during pregnancy into clinical, maternity and hospital settings to reduce the likelihood of traumatic birth experiences. ...

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No evidence ADHD is being over-diagnosed, say experts

Experts are warning that far from being over-diagnosed, people with ADHD are waiting too long for assessment, support, and treatment. In a paper published in the British Journal of Psychiatry, a group of experts say there ...

Rethinking how we measure recovery from substance use

Nearly 50 million people in the United States struggle with substance use disorders, and nearly three in four use more than one substance. People with polysubstance use disorders are more likely than single drug users to ...