Neurology
News
Opioid use in the elderly a dementia risk factor?
Exposure to these drugs may be another modifiable risk factor for dementia.
From the Journals
Motor abnormalities drive decreased function in schizophrenia
Stronger degrees of motor impairment were associated with worse global and social functioning.
News
Hearing, vision loss combo a colossal risk for cognitive decline
Those with dual sensory impairment had an eightfold higher risk for cognitive impairment.
Conference Coverage
Long COVID neuropsychiatric deficits greater than expected
Studies document the cognitive and psychiatric effects of long COVID.
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.
From the Journals
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.
FDA/CDC
Many Americans missing an opportunity to prevent dementia
“Health care professionals should also screen patients for modifiable risk factors, counsel patients with risk factors, and refer them to...
From the Journals
The psychopathic brain: New insight
“In addition to social environmental influences ... there can be differences in biology, in this case, the size of brain structures, between...
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Neuropsychiatric risks of COVID-19: New data
“Neuropsychological sequelae need to be considered after all severe respiratory infections, rather than only following severe COVID-19,” said Dr....
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Most COVID-19 survivors return to work within 2 years
Survivors report more symptoms than controls, but overall symptom burden decreased over time.
From the Journals
Does noninvasive brain stimulation augment CBT for depression?
More research is needed to optimize treatment synchronization to achieve synergies between noninvasive brain stimulation and psychotherapeutic...