Brain volume impacts ADHD, Parkinson’s: study
The largest-ever brain imaging study of its kind has found genetic variations linked to multiple cognitive conditions, seeking to find the ‘genetic essence of humanity’.
Mental Health
‘Disappointment’ over dementia drug rejection
Australia’s drug regulator has decided not to allow a drug recently approved in the UK and marketed in the US as slowing cognitive decline.
Is this a healthy use of your time?
What is the longest non-sleeping time interval in any day during which you are not engaged with your phone?
Withdrawal symptoms affect half on antidepressants
Half of patients who taken antidepressant medication for more than six months experience withdrawal symptoms when stopping that can include ‘brain zaps’, anger and irritability, dizziness, nightmares, anxiety, panic and agitation.
Youth mental health a worry for families
Concerned about a young loved one’s mental health? You’re not alone, and starting a conversation about it with them is challenging. Here’s some advice on what do.
Courts use ‘outdated’ precedent in child gender cases
Australian judges are relying on precedent based on ‘outdated’ medical information when allowing gender dysphoric children to access permanent treatments, a barrister says.
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