May 17, 2013: Alcoholics Who Smoke May Face Early Brain Aging
Small study didn't find effect in former or never-smokers

May 17, 2013: Cellphone Use May Reveal Your 'Dominant Brain'
People with left-brain dominance tend to listen with right ear, and vice-versa, study finds

May 16, 2013: High-Frequency Noise Boosts Math Skills in Study
But the treatment isn't ready for prime time yet, expert says

May 15, 2013: Multiple Head Injuries Raise Soldiers' Suicide Risk, Study Finds
20 percent of those with two or more brain traumas had thoughts of killing themselves

May 14, 2013: Kids With Autism May Perceive Movement More Quickly
Researchers say this might lead to sensory overload

May 14, 2013: Even Low Levels of Lead Hamper Kindergartners' Reading Skills: Study
Some experts say no level of exposure is safe, push for zero tolerance from CDC

May 13, 2013: Brain Anatomy in Dyslexics Varies By Gender, Study Finds
Discovery suggests interventions for reading disability need to be tailored accordingly

May 13, 2013: Size of Frontal Lobes May Not Matter for Brain Power: Study
Networks linking many different regions most important for human intelligence, researchers say

May 13, 2013: Daily Gene Rhythms May Be Off in Depressed People
Study found 'clock' in brain was disrupted in autopsies of those who suffered mental disorder at time of death

May 09, 2013: Many Seniors Suffer Mental Decline in Silence: CDC
While 1 in 8 has memory problems and confusion, too few seek help

May 08, 2013: Scientists Explore Secrets of the Well-Hit Fastball
Human brain 'predicts' the path of objects hurtling toward it, researchers report

May 08, 2013: High Blood Sugar May Add to Alzheimer's Risk: Study
Brain scans suggest possible link between the two

May 06, 2013: Flame-Retardant Chemicals Could Be Toxic to Kids
Study tied exposure in womb to hyperactivity, lower IQ

May 02, 2013: 'What's Bad for the Heart Also Bad for the Brain'
Smoking, diabetes, other things that harm physical health linked to poorer mental function, study says

May 02, 2013: Brain Wiring May Explain Unhealthy Obsession With Looks
Scans show abnormal circuitry in people who fixate on their flaws, real or imagined

May 02, 2013: Brain Differences Seen in Kids With Conduct Problems
Specifically, they reacted less to images of people in pain during study

May 02, 2013: Implanted Device May Predict Epilepsy Seizures, Study Suggests
Patients who don't respond to drugs might benefit, but larger trials needed

May 01, 2013: Video Game May Help Keep Aging Brains Sharp
Older gamers may gain more mentally than crossword puzzle solvers, study suggests

May 01, 2013: Girls With Autism May Need Different Treatments Than Boys
New studies highlight variations in symptoms, genetic makeup

April 30, 2013: Paralyzed Patient Moves Prosthetic Arm With Her Mind
Experimental robotic technology may someday help people with amputations as well, experts hope

April 29, 2013: Why Johnny Can't Add, Even After Tutoring
Brain structure may predict math improvement more than intelligence, study finds

April 29, 2013: Mediterranean Diet Might Help Stave Off Dementia
Large study showed better retention of mental skills in seniors who had followed it

April 29, 2013: Sex Lives Often an Overlooked Casualty of Traumatic Brain Injury
Researchers say a more holistic approach to therapy would help patients and families

April 26, 2013: Psychopaths May Lack Capacity for Empathy
Brain imaging study compared prison inmates

April 26, 2013: Magnetic Brain Stimulation May Temporarily Dull Nicotine Craving
Early study tested the noninvasive treatment on smokers

April 25, 2013: Study Explores the Cost of Creativity
Some people with laser focus may miss big-picture details, research suggests

April 25, 2013: Bipolar Disorder Drugs May 'Tweak' Genes Affecting Brain
Study offers clues on causes of condition and how commonly prescribed meds work

April 25, 2013: Gene Studies Could Point to New Alzheimer's Treatments
Research focuses on changes in immune cell activity within the brain

April 25, 2013: Kids' Concussion Recovery Varies by Symptom Severity: Study
Identifying which factors lead to longer recoveries may improve treatment

April 24, 2013: Ingredient in New MS Drug Linked to Serious Brain Disease
Reports found four psoriasis patients who took similar drug developed rare but sometimes deadly condition

April 24, 2013: Can You Feel Empathy for a Robot?
Researchers try to capture bond between humans, mechanical companions

April 23, 2013: Shrinkage of Brain Region May Signal Onset of Multiple Sclerosis
Study tied changes in thalamus to tell-tale MS sign

April 18, 2013: Scientists May Have Spotted Brain's 'Numbers Center'
They pinpointed the tiny area activated by viewing '1' but not 'one'

April 18, 2013: Alzheimer's Patients May Face Looming Shortage of Neurologists
Medicare payment system undervalues one-on-one evaluations by these specialists, experts say

April 17, 2013: Brain Changes Seen in Relatives of People With Alzheimer's
Study finding doesn't mean you'll get the disease if family members have it, experts stress

April 16, 2013: Babies Born Even Slightly Early May Lag Behind: Study
Women urged to rethink early elective C-sections, inductions unless medically needed

April 15, 2013: Why Some Stroke Survivors Struggle With Communication
Efforts at language impaired when function has to shift to the right side of the brain, researchers say

April 15, 2013: Age of Autism Diagnosis May Depend on Symptoms: Study
Early identification essential to help kids reach their potential, researcher says

April 15, 2013: Mental Exercise May Help Keep Seniors Sharp
Even solving puzzles might stave off decline and memory loss, study hints

April 15, 2013: Beer's Taste May Trigger Urge to Get Drunk
Study found flavor alone activated brain's reward center; effect stronger with family history of alcoholism

April 11, 2013: Non-Amputees Can Experience the Illusion of a 'Phantom' Limb
The brain can accept an invisible hand as part of the body, study shows

April 11, 2013: Newly Created Rats Designed to Speed Alzheimer's Research
The genetically engineered rodents more closely mimic the disease found in humans, scientists say

April 11, 2013: Study Puts New Spin on 'Sound Sleep'
German researchers say certain sounds may boost memory while you snooze

April 10, 2013: For First Time, Pain 'Signature' Spotted on Brain MRIs
Scientists could distinguish physical from emotional pain, discomfort in study

April 10, 2013: 'Transparent' Mouse Brain Could Shed Light on Human Brain Health
Scientists report using chemicals to make the 3-dimensional structure completely visible

April 09, 2013: Gene May Double Risk of Alzheimer's in Blacks
But expert says actual increase is 'modest' and many other factors contribute to disease

April 09, 2013: Brain Surgery Eases Compulsive Eating in 10-Year-Old Girl
Benign tumor was causing premature puberty and obesity linked to overeating, doctors say

April 08, 2013: Tapeworm-Linked Seizures May Be Rising in U.S., Doctors Say
Neurologists issue guidelines for treatment

April 08, 2013: Kids With Autism May Be Less Likely to Imitate 'Silly' Behavior
In study, they tended to only copy necessary actions by adults when completing tasks

April 08, 2013: Lengthy Seizures May Delay Mental Development, Study Suggests
Convulsive status epilepticus could have long-lasting impact for infants