Anxiety and Depression–Not a Chemical Imbalance?
For decades, doctors have believed depression and anxiety were the result of chemical imbalances. However, a journalist’s investigation shows there are many factors involved.
Neuroscience and Neurology Sub-categories:
- Brain Chemistry (8)
- Brain Function (24)
- Cognitive Decline (30)
- Memory and Amnesia (34)
TBI’s and Personality Change
An expert explains traumatic brain injuries and how to prevent some of the consequences.
Staying Calm in Stressful Times
Meditation and mindfulness could be in even more demand as civility declines and stress increases. An expert explains how it works.
Diagnostic Mistakes
A noted expert discusses why medical mistakes happen, and what doctors and patients can do to make them less frequent.
Multitasking: Practically Impossible
Multitasking seems like a necessity for most people, and most of us think it improves our efficiency. However, studies show that only a tiny proportion of people can juggle tasks well. Researchers discuss why our brains can't do two things at once, and why "supertaskers" may be different.
Medical Notes: Week of July 23, 2017
Smartphone use and carpal tunnel syndrome, the effect of pesticides on pregnant women, and the link between sex and brain power.
The Science of Smell
The sense of smell evokes powerful memories and makes food taste good, but it also has important functions in interpersonal relations and personal safety. Experts discuss the science behind it.
Perfect Pitch (2017)
The ability to "know" the musical pitch had been thought to be learnable only at an early age but new research shows perfect pitch is teachable to adults as well.
The Sense of Touch (2017)
A neuroscientist explains the sense of touch and what can happen when it's not working as it should
Medical Notes: Week of May 14, 2017
A look at important medical, health and science headlines for the week of May 14, 2017.
Medical Notes: Week of May 7, 2017
A look at important medical, health and science headlines for the week of May 7.
Medical Notes: Week of April 30, 2017
Firefighter heart attack deaths, a link between sleep and dementia, and avoiding eating junk food by...waiting.
