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New Cause of Schizophrenia Uncovered

New Cause of Schizophrenia Uncovered Summary: Researchers from the University of Copenhagen have made a significant discovery as to how schizophrenia may occur. They discovered a genetic defect that causes damage to glial cells may also impair the production of myelin. Researchers believe the lack of myelin may be a significant controbutor to the developmentContinue reading “New Cause of Schizophrenia Uncovered”

Altered Lipid Metabolism in Brain Injury and Disorders

Rao Muralikrishna Adibhatla1,2,3,4 and J. F. Hatcher1 Author information ► Copyright and License information ►  Abstract Deregulated lipid metabolism may be of particular importance for CNS injuries and disorders, as this organ has the highest lipid concentration next to adipose tissue. Atherosclerosis (a risk factor for ischemic stroke) results from accumulation of LDL-derived lipids inContinue reading “Altered Lipid Metabolism in Brain Injury and Disorders”

The Emergence of a New Dopamine Hypothesis of Schizophrenia

Summary: A collection of studies offers new insight into the role dopamine plays in schizophrenia. Source: Elsevier. Biological Psychiatry presents a special issue, “The Dopamine Hypothesis of Schizophrenia”, dedicated to recent advances in understanding the role of dopamine signaling in schizophrenia. The issue, organized by Anissa Abi-Dargham, MD, of Stony Brook University, New York, andContinue reading “The Emergence of a New Dopamine Hypothesis of Schizophrenia”

MRI Scans Detect “Brain Rust” in Schizophrenia

Summary: According to a new study, the brain blocks the ability for creating new memories shortly after waking in order to prevent the disruption of the stabilization of memory consolidation that occurs during sleep. Source: ACNP. A damaging chemical imbalance in the brain may contribute to schizophrenia, according to research presented at the American CollegeContinue reading “MRI Scans Detect “Brain Rust” in Schizophrenia”

Further Evidence for Casual Link Between Schizophrenia and Cannabis

Summary: Schizophrenia risk may predict cannabis use, rather than the other way around, a new study reports. Source: University of Bristol. The study from the University of Bristol comes on the back of public health warnings issued earlier this year by scientists who voiced concerns about the increased risk of psychosis for vulnerable people whoContinue reading “Further Evidence for Casual Link Between Schizophrenia and Cannabis”

Calculator can predict psychosis risk

By Bill Hathaway An individual’s risk for developing psychosis can be measured as accurately as a prognosis for heart disease and cancer, according to a new Yale-led study published July 1 in the American Journal of Psychiatry. The new risk calculator assesses the risk of developing psychosis after a person experiences an early warning signContinue reading “Calculator can predict psychosis risk”

Link between Schizophrenia and Alzheimers; genes and the environment by Jason Shepherd

Neurological disorders such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases are often characterized by symptoms linked to changes in the central nervous system. Historically, understanding the cellular hallmarks of these disorders has been a major driving force of research within this field and has led to novel therapeutic targets. By contrast, psychiatric disorders such as autism spectrum disorders,Continue reading “Link between Schizophrenia and Alzheimers; genes and the environment by Jason Shepherd”

Health tips for mothers, a Mother’s Day gift

  In our mother’s kitchen are many potent healing ways from parsley for reducing water retention, garlic and green tea for lowering blood pressure and cinnamon for helping regulate blood sugar. But, we can still help our mothers achieve excellent health in many ways. From massage to dietary supplements. Evening primrose oil has a profoundContinue reading “Health tips for mothers, a Mother’s Day gift”

Growth hormone DHEA increases libido/anti-aging

 DHEA is the most common hormone in the human blood. Like steroids it has also been grossly misunderstood, with it being crucially restricted in empowering the art of love making. Blood levels are highest during our late teens and these begin to decline by the time we are 25 years of age. By 70 yearsContinue reading “Growth hormone DHEA increases libido/anti-aging”

Vitamin B5 – Panthothenate – for Schizophrenia

Vit B – Panthothenate – for schizophrenia ————————————- Aside from feeding your brain, use your memory. Use your brain or lose it. Learn new skills. If today’s jobs are either in computers or medical, learn new skills. Connie Dello Buono ; motherhealth@gmail.com Call for part time or full time business or job 408-854-1883 in financialContinue reading “Vitamin B5 – Panthothenate – for Schizophrenia”