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Alcohol & Brain Volume in Older Adults: Cortical Thinning & White Matter Loss in Heavy Drinkers (250g/Week) (2023 Study)

Alcohol’s effects on the brain, especially among the elderly, have long been a subject of scientific inquiry. A recent study from Gothenburg, Sweden, provides new insights into how varying levels of alcohol consumption impact brain structure in individuals aged 70 and over. This research sheds light on the relationship between alcohol intake and the aging …

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Low Hypothalamus Volume Linked to Violence, Aggression, Psychopathy (2024 Study)

The complex interplay between the human brain and behavior has long fascinated scientists and laypeople alike, particularly when it comes to understanding the roots of violence. A recent study showcases the hypothalamus, a small but crucial brain region, revealing its significant role in aggression and violent behavior. Highlights: Hypothalamic Volume Reductions Linked to Violence: Studies …

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Ketamine Increases Amygdala Volume in Treatment-Resistant Depression (TRD) (2024 MRI Study)

Depression is a complex mental health condition that significantly affects an individual’s emotional and physical well-being. Recent advances in neuroimaging have provided deeper insights into how major depressive disorder (MDD) alters brain structures, particularly the hippocampus and amygdala, and how treatments like ketamine can potentially reverse these changes. A new study using 3T and 7T …

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Effects of Stress & Negative Life Events on Brain Structure Connectivity in Adolescents (2024 Study)

Adolescence marks a pivotal era of transformation, where the brain undergoes significant development, shaping the trajectory of an individual’s emotional and psychological maturity. Recent studies, including one leveraging data from the IMAGEN Consortium, have evaluated how negative life events during these formative years can subtly yet significantly alter the structural connectivity of the adolescent brain. …

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Combo of Neuroimaging, Transcriptome, Epigenetics to Understand Gray Matter Abnormalities in Major Depression (2024 Study)

Major depressive disorder (MDD) affects millions worldwide, yet its underlying causes remain largely enigmatic. A new study integrated neuroimaging, transcriptomic, and epigenetic data to better understand the genetic underpinnings of MDD. This comprehensive approach revealed a complex interplay between brain structure, gene expression, and DNA methylation, offering new insights into this debilitating condition. Highlights: Integrative …

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