Summary: New research shows that different genetic forms of autism may produce a shared brain activity pattern, revealing a potential common neural signature despite distinct genetic origins. Using brain-wide recordings in preclinical models, scientists observed that autism-linked mutations affected how expectations are updated during decision-making.These models relied more heavily on...
Humans are influenced by generations to maintain society.
Summary: A new paper proposes the cultural continuity hypothesis, suggesting that humans are universally driven to preserve essential aspects of their culture across generations. Drawing on psychology, sociology, and anthropology, the researchers argue that cultural retention fosters identity, belonging, and psychological well-being.While the elements preserved may differ, especially across immigrant...
In severe depression, ECT reduces suicide risk by 34 %.
Summary: A new meta-analysis reveals that Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) reduces suicide risk by 34% and all-cause mortality by 30% in individuals with severe depression. The study, which pooled data from 26 high-quality studies, compared nearly 18,000 patients treated with ECT to over 25,000 who received standard care.ECT also modestly reduced...
No Evidence linking child behavior problems with premature siblings.
Summary: A large-scale European study found no evidence that having a sibling born preterm leads to more behavioral problems in children born at term. Researchers analyzed data from over 65,000 children and found no significant differences in behavior between children with preterm versus term-born siblings.However, children without any siblings displayed...
Fruits and Veggies Boost Sleep Quality
Summary: A new study finds that eating more fruits and vegetables during the day is linked to improved sleep quality that same night. Researchers discovered that participants who consumed more produce experienced fewer sleep disruptions, including less waking and shallower sleep.Objective wrist monitor data showed a clear association between healthy...
Alzheimer ‘s-Affected Brain Cells are rewired during exercise.
Summary: Using cutting-edge RNA sequencing, researchers mapped how exercise affects specific brain cell types in a model of Alzheimer’s disease. They found that physical activity alters gene activity in microglia and a newly identified type of astrocyte linked to blood vessels, which may protect memory.The metabolic gene Atpif1 emerged as...
Your Personality and Mental Health Does Be Reported by Your Unique Breathe Patterns.
Summary: New research reveals that each person has a unique breathing “fingerprint” that can be used to identify them with nearly 97% accuracy. By continuously monitoring nasal airflow over 24 hours using a lightweight wearable, scientists discovered that these patterns also reflect physical and mental health traits.Breathing styles correlated with...
Oral Bacteria Diversity and Depression Symptoms
Summary: A new study reveals that lower diversity of microbes in the mouth is associated with greater symptoms of depression. Researchers analyzed data from over 15,000 U.S. adults, comparing their mental health surveys with saliva samples to assess microbial diversity.The findings show that people with less diverse oral microbiomes were...
The Mind Can Leave Trauma Through Out-of-Body Activities.
Summary: New research suggests that out-of-body experiences (OBEs) may serve as coping mechanisms triggered by trauma, rather than symptoms of mental illness. Based on data from over 500 individuals, those who had OBEs reported higher rates of mental health conditions, but also described lasting benefits from their experiences.Many participants reported...
Weekend Catch-Up Sleep Boost May Lower Teen Anxiety
Summary: A new study reveals that teenagers who get moderate catch-up sleep, up to two extra hours, on weekends report fewer symptoms of anxiety. Sleeping significantly more or less on weekends than on weekdays, however, was linked to higher anxiety levels.The findings suggest that a small amount of weekend recovery...
