September 28, 2009
Scientists use brain activity to tell what numbers an individual may have just seen.
Press Release Service – Wired PR News – Researchers have found that they can detect what numbers people have been presented with by analyzing the activity in their brains. As reported by LiveScience.com, a new study links brain activity patterns to […]
August 26, 2009
Premature aging of the brain is seen in individuals who are overweight or obese.
Press Release Service – Wired PR News – A new study suggests that brain degeneration is an issue for people who are significantly overweight or obese. As reported by LiveScience.com, researchers found that the brains of obese individuals contained 8 percent less […]
August 10, 2009
A new study suggests that individuals categorized as psychopaths have damaged connections that link crucial areas of the brain.
Press Release Service – Wired PR News – People classified as psychopaths, who commit violent crimes such as rape or murder are said to have faulty connections within crucial areas of their brain. As reported by […]
July 13, 2009
A new study suggests that swearing makes it easier to bear pain.
Press Release – Wired PR News – A new study suggests that swearing makes it easier to tolerate pain. As reported by LiveScience.com, researchers found after testing 64 volunteer subjects that muttering curse words helped increase their tolerance for pain.
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June 7, 2009
Some OTC medications and sleep aids can have negative affects on the brains of older individuals.
Wired PR News — A recent study has shown that some over the counter medications may be harmful to older individuals. As reported by HealthDay News, researchers from the University of Indiana have found that some medications taken for pain, […]
March 22, 2009
Patients with a brain injury may not exhibit symptoms right away.
Wired PR News – Patients who have sustained a brain injury may not show symptoms for some time after an accident. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), it is not uncommon for individuals who suffer traumatic injuries to the head to initially appear ok.
As […]
February 13, 2009
A new field of study seeks to explain the biology behind romantic love.
WiredPRNews.com – Researchers in a new field of study are examining the biological basis of being in love. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), it is proposed that images of the brain and genetics are among items that can help lead […]
December 25, 2008
Research suggests playing video games can help sharpen brain skills that may dwindle with age.
Wired PR News.com – Video games are increasingly earning a reputation for being something not just for kids anymore. As reported by PC World, the entertainment devices have been shown to enhance brain function of aging minds, improving test scores for […]
December 11, 2008
Wired PR News.com – In a recent report in an online publication of the journal Nature, scientists have proposed that more research be put into drugs that would boost the brain function of healthy individuals. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), the experts contend that people should be able to use pills for improved […]
