Adverse Childhood Experiences Linked to Teen Cannabis Use Disorder
Updated: 2023-06-30 19:31:34
Adverse Childhood Experiences Linked to Teen Cannabis Use Disorder Featured Neuroscience Psychology June 30, 2023 Summary : Early exposure to adverse childhood experiences ACEs including parental drug misuse and mental health challenges , increases the risk of problematic cannabis use during . adolescence The study analyzed over 5,000 participants from the Children of the 90s’ study . Individuals who experienced four or more ACEs were found to be over twice as likely to regularly use cannabis in their teenage . years Given the potential long-term mental and physical health effects , the researchers are calling for more supportive interventions for youth exposed to such . adversities Key : Facts The study found that young people exposed to four or more adverse childhood experiences ACEs are
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Spinal Cord Injury Patients at Higher Risk for Immune Deficiency Featured Neurology Neuroscience June 30, 2023 Summary : Patients recovering from severe spinal cord injuries are more susceptible to immune . deficiencies Such deficiencies , known as spinal cord injury-induced immune deficiency syndrome , may expose patients to life-threatening infections . This immune deficiency is closely tied to the severity of the spinal cord injury and can undermine the immune system . further The research could pave the way for better patient care by identifying highly immune-suppressed patients and devising new treatments to curb infection . susceptibility Key : Facts Patients recovering from severe spinal cord injuries can develop an immune deficiency , increasing their risk of life-threatening .
Early Hallucinations in Parkinson’s Tied to Faster Cognitive Decline Featured Neurology Neuroscience June 30, 2023 Summary : Early hallucinations in Parkinson’s disease patients might signal a faster cognitive . decline Through comprehensive neuropsychological interviews and electroencephalography measurements , researchers were able to link minor hallucinations , typically underreported , to more rapid deterioration of frontal executive function in subsequent . years The finding emphasizes the need for early detection and intervention , providing valuable insights into potential markers for severe Parkinson’s . disease Key : Facts Early hallucinations in Parkinson’s disease may be a warning sign for more rapid cognitive . decline The level of cognitive decline over five years was
: Hot Spots for Vision : Warmer Climates Linked to Eye Health Issues Featured Neuroscience Visual Neuroscience June 29, 2023 Summary : American seniors residing in warmer regions are more likely to suffer from severe vision impairment compared to their counterparts in cooler . areas The odds of serious vision impairment increased incrementally with the rise in average temperature , with a 44 higher risk for those living in regions averaging 60°F or above . The correlation remained consistent regardless of age , sex , income , and . education The exact cause behind the association is yet to be identified , sparking concerns amid rising global . temperatures Key : Facts Seniors residing in regions with an average temperature of 60°F 15.5 °C or above had a 44 higher risk of serious vision
: Decoding Repetitive Negative Thoughts : Machine Learning Predicts Rumination Featured Neuroscience Psychology June 29, 2023 Summary : A team of researchers developed a predictive model to recognize patterns of persistent negative thinking , or rumination , using machine . learning Researchers hypothesized that the variance of dynamic connectivity between certain brain regions , such as the dorsal medial prefrontal cortex dmPFC could be associated with rumination . Brain activity was measured in participants using functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging fMRI This innovative model may provide a valuable biomarker for depression , aiding in early detection and monitoring treatment . progress Key : Facts The research team successfully trained machine learning models to approximate rumination
Genetic Variant Linked to Faster Progression of Multiple Sclerosis Found Featured Genetics Neurology Neuroscience June 28, 2023 Summary : A new study involving over 22,000 people with Multiple Sclerosis MS has identified a genetic variant associated with the disease’s faster . progression The research discovered a genetic variant that significantly affects disease severity . This development brings us closer to understanding and combatting the progressive form of MS . The identified genetic variant accelerates disability , undermining patient mobility and independence over . time Key : Facts This is the first study that identifies a genetic variant that significantly increases the severity of . MS The variant is located between two genes , DYSF and ZNF638, which have no prior connection to
Childhood Reading Habits Boost Brain and Mental Health in Teens Featured Neuroscience Psychology June 28, 2023 Summary : Encouraging children to indulge in reading for pleasure can enhance their cognitive and mental health during adolescence , a recent study . reveals The research , involving over 10,000 young adolescents from the US , discovered that an optimal reading duration of 12 hours per week contributed to improved brain structure and mental . health The pleasure of reading fostered better verbal learning , memory , and speech development and showed signs of reduced stress , depression , and behavioral . issues Key : Facts Early reading for pleasure shows a strong correlation with positive cognitive development and mental wellbeing in . adolescents An optimal weekly reading
: In Dreams of Color : Octopuses Exhibit REM-Like Sleep Patterns Featured Neuroscience June 28, 2023 Summary : Octopuses , despite their completely different brain structures , display sleep cycles akin to . humans The research reveals octopuses enter an active sleep phase similar to REM sleep in humans , suggesting the existence of this sleep stage in complex cognition across species . Scientists also found that disruption in sleep prompts octopuses to reenter this active stage more frequently , underscoring its . necessity Lastly , changes in the octopusesâ skin patterns during this active sleep phase suggest they could be âdreamingâ in their unique . way Key : Facts Octopuses display an active sleep stage that resembles REM sleep in mammals , suggesting this sleep phase has