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Elevated fingernail cortisol levels can distinguish individuals with lifetime major depressive disorder (MDD) from healthy controls, suggesting it as a promising biomarker for MDD. Highlights: Individuals with lifetime MDD had significantly higher fingernail c…
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Video game addiction (VGA) is associated with significant deficits in response inhibition and preparatory processes, reflected by more commission errors and reduced N2 amplitudes in the cued Go/NoGo task. Highlights: Increased Commission Errors: Individuals wi…
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Individuals at risk for cannabis use disorder (CUD) exhibit increased dynamic fluidity and altered connectivity patterns in brain networks, suggesting early changes in brain function that may contribute to cannabis addiction risk. Highlights: At-risk individua…
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Insomnia and daytime napping are causally associated with an increased risk of major depressive disorder (MDD), while sleep duration influences the risk of schizophrenia and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Highlights: Major Depressive Disorder…
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Probiotic treatment may influence core clock gene expression and metabolites in individuals with major depressive disorder (MDD), potentially linking gut microbiota to circadian rhythms and mood regulation. Highlights: CLOCK Gene Expression: The expression lev…
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Omega-3 supplements and Souvenaid® show potential in slowing cognitive decline in Alzheimer’s patients, though the evidence remains inconclusive. Highlights: Cognitive Decline Reduction: The CDR scale showed a significant reduction in cognitive decline progres…
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A study found significant overlaps between various environmental pollutants and dyslexia susceptibility genes, identifying associations with 35 out of 95 chemicals. This suggests that these chemicals may contribute to the development of dyslexia through intera…
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Probiotics and prebiotics show potential benefits in improving symptoms and quality of life in children with ADHD, but more extensive studies are needed to confirm these effects. Highlights: Positive Impact on Functioning: Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG (LGG) supp…
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Guanfacine extended release (GXR) may effectively improve cognitive impairments and brain activity in long-COVID patients. Highlights: Patient Presentation: A 32-year-old woman experienced cognitive impairments such as difficulty in word recall, reading, and w…
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Zinc levels were found to have a causal effect on the risk of Parkinson’s disease, while other oxidative stress biomarkers showed no significant association. Highlights: A study identified a significant causal relationship between higher zinc levels and increa…
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