Imaging
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Detachment predicts worse posttraumatic outcomes
Dissociative diagnoses are not rare and, in fact, are more prevalent than schizophrenia.
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Subtle visual dysfunctions often precede early-stage psychosis
Unlike patients with nonpsychotic disorders, approximately 50%-60% of patients diagnosed with schizophrenia report visual dysfunctions.
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Inhaled, systemic steroids linked to changes in brain structure
New research adds to the growing body of evidence suggesting that glucocorticoids have significant effects on the brain, which could explain their...
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Anorexia linked to notable shrinkage of key brain structures
“This really is a wake-up call, showing the need for early interventions for people with eating disorders,” said Dr. Paul Thompson.
Conference Coverage
‘Double-edged’ impact of sparring on the brains of MMA fighters
Results showed a strong association between the number of sparring rounds per week and increased white matter hyperintensity volume.
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New insight into how brain stimulation eases major depression
Although rTMS has proven efficacy for treatment-resistant depression, the mechanisms behind how it affects the brain are not well understood.
News
Tiny hitchhikers like to ride in the trunk
Flushing fireworks, MRI metamaterials, and the architecture of intelligence.
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Early, subtle, cardiac changes tied to midlife cognitive decline
Researchers said that “heart health is key to brain health.”
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Neuroimaging may predict cognitive decline after chemotherapy for breast cancer
Cognitive decline after chemotherapy has been reported in 20%-40% of patients with cancer. Now, researchers say they have identified a measurement...
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Today’s psychiatric neuroscience advances were science fiction during my residency
During my residency training years, I had many rosy and bold dreams about the future of psychiatry, hoping for many breakthroughs.
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PCPs play a small part in low-value care spending
Study indicates waste was widely distributed among specialties.