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Do hormonal contraceptives increase depression risk? A neuroscientist explains how they affect your mood, for better or worse

More than 85% of women – and more than 300 million people worldwide at any given time – use hormonal contraceptives for at least five years of their life. Although primarily taken for birth control, many people also use hormonal contraceptives to manage a variety of symptoms related to menstruation,…

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UK boy has brain implant fitted to control epilepsy seizures in world first

Oran Knowlson, who could suffer hundreds of seizures a day, had neurostimulator fitted at Great Ormond Street

The Guardian - UK

First UK child to have epilepsy device fitted in his brain has huge reduction in seizures

Boy, 13, had the device fitted at world leading children’s hospital Great Ormond Street

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World first epilepsy device fitted in boy's skull at Great Ormond Street Hospital

World-first device sends electrical signals deep into the brain to reduce seizures

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50 Times People’s Petty Revenge Was So Iconic It Had To Be Celebrated Online (New Pics)

When someone wrongs us, there are two choices. To forgive and peacefully move on, or to get creative and craft the perfect revenge plan. The post 50 Times People’s Petty Revenge Was So Iconic It Had To Be Celebrated Online (New Pics) first appeared on Bored Panda.

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A tragic television star, the brain of a genius, and a prize-winning pig – 3 new books are brilliant examples of contemporary Australian poetry

All art comes from some abstraction of reality. What is written on the page or painted on the canvas is the artist’s representation of something real. Through that representation, the real becomes abstracted and is transformed into art.

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Healthy habits, healthy minds: 4 lifestyle strategies for elders’ mental health

It is not uncommon for people to witness a decline in their health as they age. While physical health becomes a prime topic of discussion on aging, mental health, significantly impacting overall well-being, can’t be ignored. As elders navigate various life changes, including retirement, loss of loved ones, and physical…

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Living with traumatic brain injury: Proposed legislation supports nationwide strategy for care

Over 1.5 million Canadians are living with acquired brain injury, stemming from traumatic impact, stroke, suffocation and other conditions. Bill C-277 — an Act to establish a national strategy on brain injuries — aims to implement much-needed long-term treatment and equitable support.

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What are the major lifestyle modifications that can help in dealing with Alzheimer's disease?

About 55 million people worldwide have dementia and approximately 70 percent of them have Alzheimer's disease, the most common type of dementia. Alzheimer's dementia which is a degenerative brain disorder involves a progressive loss of memory especially for recent events which worsens gradually. The person may misplace his belongings often,…

The Times of India

Brain Engineering Labs Overcomes Communication Barriers With Innovative Approach

Brain Engineering Labs aims to hone the skills of highly visual thinkers—those with Maverick Minds—to transform their struggles into strengths.

International Business Times

Optical Illusion: Only those with sharp vision can find 'E' in this image

A new challenge is up for you: Can you see this image where F is written in every row and column? Well, the challenge is to find E in this image.

The Times of India

Second Canadian scientist alleges brain illness investigation was shut down

Exclusive: Prof Samuel Weiss said in leaked email that government halted efforts to tackle mystery illness

The Guardian - UK

How does heat kill? It confuses your brain. It shuts down your organs. It overworks your heart.

When dangerous heat waves strike, what happens inside the human body can become a life-or-death battle decided by just a few degrees

The Independent UK

Bipolar disorder: we’ve pinpointed the brain areas which drive mood bias

Moods and emotions play an important role in our day-to-day life. They even influence how we experience things – for instance, whether we start the day feeling hopeful and energised or grumpy and lethargic. This can affect whether we interpret events in a positive or negative light.

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6 distinct forms of depression identified by AI in brain study

A new analysis of the brains of 800 people has revealed that there may be six distinct types of depression, with potential implications for treatment.

Medical Daily

Early Removal Of Ovaries May Affect Women's Brain Health: Study

Researchers have discovered that women who undergo oophorectomy before menopause may face a higher risk of experiencing reduced white matter integrity in their brains as they age.

The Independent UK

Drugs that treat HIV trialled in people with multiple brain tumours

While usually non-cancerous, NF2 can cause symptoms such as loss of balance, hearing loss that gradually gets worse over time and ringing in the ears.

The Conversation

Dopamine: brain chemical helps us understand other people – raising hopes for new treatments

The neurotransmitter dopamine is commonly known for its role in brain networks regulating pleasure and reward.

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Brain teaser: Do you see a crow hidden amongst so many cute penguins?

Optical illusions like this one are more than just fun and games. Get ready for a fun challenge that will test your observation skills and give your brain a little workout! Imagine a scene filled with adorable penguins. These cute, black and white birds are waddling around, catching your eye…

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Making art is a uniquely human act, and one that provides a wellspring of health benefits

When you think about the word “art,” what comes to mind? A child’s artwork pinned to the fridge? A favorite artist whose work always inspires? Abstract art that is hard to understand?

The Guardian - UK

One night I’m a murderer, the next my husband’s having an affair. Why do we have the dreams that we do?

We’ve stopped believing they’re messages from the gods. So what are dreams – and what purpose do they serve? Here’s what the science says

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Michael Strahan’s daughter, Isabella, rings bell after finishing chemotherapy

Isabella, daughter of New York Giants legend Michael Strahan, has rung the bell after finishing her chemo for brain cancer: "SUPERWOMAN!"

The Times of India

Brain aging: Expert explains causes and how to reduce impact of degeneration

Brain ageing is an irreversible process, and disease-free brains among older populations are rare, one in 10 ≥ 65 years old people have AD .It is a complex process influenced by various factors, including genetics, lifestyle, and environmental factors.

The Times of India

Yoga Nidra: The ultimate solution to several health issues

You must have definitely come across the term Yoga Nidra. This means yogic sleep or non-sleep deep rest and it induces induce a state of deep relaxation while maintaining awareness.

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Internet Baffled By Photo Of What Appears To Be Three People Holding Four Bottles

The image left the internet baffled, with one saying, “This took me way too long to see,” while another commented, "I NEVER NOTICED THAT." The post Internet Baffled By Photo Of What Appears To Be Three People Holding Four Bottles first appeared on Bored Panda.

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