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A quick scan could help doctors decide on the best course of treatment, and much faster.

There Are 6 Kinds Of Depression That Can Be Identified With Brain Scans

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A new analysis of the brains of 800 people has revealed that there may be six distinct types of depression, with potential implications for treatment.

6 distinct forms of depression identified by AI in brain study

A recent study published in Nature Mental Health has shed light on the brain’s potential for recovery in individuals with heroin addiction undergoing inpatient treatment. The research, which focused on the brain’s inhibitory control processes, found significant improvements in brain activity related to self-control following 15 weeks of inpatient treatment. These findings offer hope for more effective interventions in addressing heroin addiction.

Study finds improved brain function in heroin addicts after 15 weeks of treatment

Recent studies have started uncovering the potential benefits of psychedelics on the brain, especially concerning cognitive and emotional health. A recent meta-analysis published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology has found that individuals who consume psychedelics exhibit significantly higher levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) compared to healthy non-users. This increase in BDNF suggests that psychedelics might enhance the brain’s ability to adapt and reorganize itself, potentially offering new avenues for treating mental health disorders.

Psychedelics show promise in enhancing brain plasticity

A new study published in the journal Psychological Medicine has found that teens who use cannabis are at an elevenfold higher risk of developing a psychotic disorder compared to those who do not use the drug. This finding underscores the potential mental health risks associated with cannabis use among adolescents, suggesting the association may be stronger than previously thought.

Teens who use cannabis are 11 times more likely to develop a psychotic disorder

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Do you know anyone who has dual nature? Such two-faced zodiac signs are friendly but they gossip about others behind their backs. They can lie to you without batting an eyelid. However, detecting a two-faced person isn’t easy for everyone. They often compliment their friends when they achieve a goal or change their wardrobe. But they will make negative remarks about you to someone else. What other traits do two-faced people have?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Two-Faced

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Medically reviewed by Kathleen Daly, MDMedically reviewed by Kathleen Daly, MDSchizotypal personality disorder (STPD) is a mental health condition that causes atypical behavioral patterns that influence interpersonal relationships, thoughts, and appearance. People with STPD are often described as eccentric in how they behave, perceive things, talk, and think. Research estimates that about 4% of Americans live with STPD.There are several different types of personality disorders, and this STPD is categorized as a cluster A personality disorder. Regardless of which personality disorder a person has, symptoms often begin during the teenage years or early adulthood, occur long-term, and typically present with...

Schizotypal Personality Disorder (STPD)

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects children in unique ways, influencing their social interactions, communication skills, and behaviours. Recognising the early signs of autism can help parents seek timely intervention that could make a significant difference in their child’s development. Here, we explore these signs and provide insights on when to consider professional advice.

Early Signs of Autism in Children: What Parents Need to Know

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Researchers led by Harvard Medical School explored genetic data from nearly 25,000 individuals, aiming to uncover genetic deletions linked to schizophrenia, particularly those occurring in early gestation. While the findings regarding two genes, NRXN1 and ABCB11, require further validation, they suggest that schizophrenia may not always be inherited but could develop before birth. This challenges the notion that schizophrenia solely arises from inherited genetic factors.

Study: Schizophrenia symptoms start showing very early on in life

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NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

Researchers at the Keck School of Medicine of USC carried out the first study in the U.S. exploring the connection between prenatal fluoride exposure and the social, emotional, and behavioral development of children. Almost 75% of the U.S. population gets drinking water with added fluoride, a measure initiated in 1945...

Millions Are at Risk – Fluoride Consumption During Pregnancy May Harm Fetal Brain Development

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An 81-year-old foreign passenger was found dead in her cabin onboard a Maltese-flagged cruise ship on Saturday afternoon, according to a statement from the Greek Coast Guard. A Greek news outlet reported that the incident occurred while the vessel was docked at the picturesque Port of Mykonos, a popular tourist destination in the Aegean Sea.

Cruise Ship Passenger Found Dead in Cabin, Coast Guard Reports

Researchers at Washington State University have uncovered the neurological basis behind the infamous cannabis-induced "munchies" phenomenon. Their study, conducted on mice, is the first to investigate how cannabis affects the real-time activity of brain regions responsible for appetite control.

Scientists Discover How Cannabis Triggers Munchies in the Brain

Virginia State

Cheryl E Preston

Growing up in Southwest Virginia, I heard adults say that the same people who welcomed Jesus on Palm Sunday were shouting "Crucify Him" less than a week later. We don't know if they were the same individuals, but the principal makes a point that unfortunately, General Hospital actress Tabyana Ali is experiencing.

General Hospital gives an official statement after racists attack Tabyana Ali online

Ali Carney, 46, of Newark, received a 65-month prison sentence for conspiring to distribute narcotics, including fentanyl and heroin, and possessing with intent to distribute fentanyl, according to U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Gang Member Sentenced to 65 Months for Drug Trafficking

A recent study published in Frontiers in Pediatrics has found that infants exposed to cannabis in the womb tend to exhibit improved language development by their first birthday. This surprising finding sheds light on the impacts of prenatal cannabis exposure on one aspect of early childhood neurodevelopment. However, experts advise that women avoid cannabis use during pregnancy due to known risks and unknown long-term effects.

Prenatal cannabinoid exposure appears to have a strange impact on early language development

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The mother of a Denver homeless man told the City Council Monday that city-sponsored services have failed her son. Barbara Hallick Yeomans made her remarks during public comment period of the City Council meeting. She said her son grapples with substance abuse and mental illness and repeatedly has been harassed by police. She said her son also suffered verbal abuse by a guard in the Denver County Jail. Yeomans said she heard the guard harassing her son over the phone.

Mother says Denver homeless services have failed her son

There is no cure for autism, and autistic people do not require curative treatment. Instead, there are options available to support autistic people, which may involve psychological, behavioral, and educational therapy. People sometimes refer to autism as autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The level of support autistic people require can vary...

Treatment and support for autistic individuals

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Within hours of the sighting on Wednesday, Frank van Manen caught word that there was a grizzly sow with five cubs in tow spotted in Yellowstone National Park. Five cubs following mom is so unlikely that van Manen, who leads the Interagency Grizzly Bear Study Team, pondered an explanation.

Five grizzly bear cubs make the largest litter in Yellowstone-area history

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Researchers find brain-behavior link in adolescents with disruptive behavior disorder

A new study published in Psychological Medicine explores the relationship between brain reward sensitivity and the influence of delinquent peers on adolescents with disruptive behavior disorder....

Researchers find brain-behavior link in adolescents with disruptive behavior disorder

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