May 16, 2013: Depression May Boost Stroke Risk in Middle-Aged Women, Too
Although risk is still low, Australian study found it nearly doubled for depressed women in their 40s and 50s

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

May 09, 2013: Eating Peppers Tied to Lower Parkinson's Risk, Study Finds
Vegetables that contain nicotine may offer some protection, research suggests

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

May 06, 2013: Blacks May Face Higher Risk of MS Than Whites
Study finding contradicts common belief that the opposite is true

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

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

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

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: No Tie Between Light Drinking During Pregnancy, Child's Development: Study
No mental deficit for 7-year-olds born to mothers who drank once or twice a week; one doctor urges caution

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 09, 2013: Few U.S. Seniors Take Advantage of Shingles Vaccine
Large study found shot effective but only 4 percent of older adults receive it

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: 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 04, 2013: Chronic Pain Often Follows Stroke
Study found the pain is also related to greater disability

April 04, 2013: Could Scientists Peek Into Your Dreams?
In small study, computer programs and brain MRIs identified visual images during sleep

April 03, 2013: Laser Therapy Switches Cocaine Addiction On, Off in Rats: Study
Trials of the brain treatment planned for humans, but with electromagnetic stimulation instead

April 01, 2013: Heart Risks May Also Point to Dementia Risk
Study looked at factors like blood pressure and cholesterol levels

March 28, 2013: FDA Approves New Multiple Sclerosis Drug
Tecfidera a 'welcome addition' for patients battling the neurological disease, one expert said

March 26, 2013: Brain Differences Seen in People With Migraines
MRI study suggests changes occur in areas associated with pain

March 25, 2013: Early Thinking Problems May Signal Future Dementia in Parkinson's Patients
But predictive value of finding still needs to be proved, expert says

March 22, 2013: Reduced 'Fine-Tuning' of Brain May Hamper Face Recognition in Autism
Lack of this ability can prevent social interaction, study author says

March 21, 2013: Acting Out Dreams During Sleep May Signal Dementia
Small study connects REM sleep behavior disorder with 'Lewy bodies' in brain

March 21, 2013: Dotarem Approved for Nervous System MRIs
Contrast agent helps doctors view brain and spine

March 20, 2013: Having Older Grandfather May Raise Child's Autism Risk: Study
Men who became dads at age 50 or older had higher odds for a grandchild with the disorder

March 15, 2013: Incoherent Text Messages May Signal Stroke, Doctors Say
Case study describes man whose only clear symptom was not realizing his messages were garbled

March 13, 2013: Hate Other People's Cellphone Calls? You're Not Alone
Study found working people were more distracted by one-sided versus two-sided conversations

March 13, 2013: Don't Give ADHD Meds to Undiagnosed Kids, Experts Urge
Neurologists say some doctors are prescribing these drugs as a way to boost school performance

March 08, 2013: Does Chewing Gum Give Your Brain an Edge?
In small study, people who were chewing had better recall of numbers

March 08, 2013: Neurology Group Lists Procedures That May Be Unneeded
AAN asks doctors, patients to question procedures as part of Choosing Wisely campaign

March 07, 2013: Brain 'Pacemaker' May Help Ease Tough-to-Treat Anorexia
In very small study, deep brain stimulation helped women regain weight, curb problem behaviors

March 06, 2013: Brain Scans May Explain Thinking, Memory Problems in Some MS Patients
Study found more damaged white matter in brains of those with mental decline

March 04, 2013: Certain Sleep Aids May Raise Hip Fracture Risk in Nursing Homes: Study
List includes common drugs such as Lunesta and Ambien, researchers say

March 04, 2013: Most Kids With Autism Overcome Language Delays, Study Finds
70 percent achieved 'phrase' or higher-level speech

February 28, 2013: When Kids Exercise More, Their Grades Might Rise Too
Study of young students questions value of phasing out PE in public schools

February 28, 2013: More Regular Meals May Improve Dementia Care
In small study, improved nutrition appeared to help patients' memory, daily function

February 27, 2013: Brain Connections Differ in Children With Autism
Study found more short-range connections, fewer long-range connections

February 20, 2013: High-Antioxidant Diet May Not Prevent Stroke, Dementia, Study Finds
Instead, the type of antioxidant-rich food you eat might be key, experts say

February 14, 2013: FDA Approves 'Bionic Eye' to Help Against Rare Vision Disorder
First-of-its-kind approval may herald new era in fight against blindness, experts say

February 13, 2013: Deep Brain Stimulation May Help in Early Stages of Parkinson's
Study finding suggests therapy could be useful for more than just advanced cases

February 06, 2013: Nerve-Stimulating Device Might Ease Migraines
Small study found no side effects from treatment

January 31, 2013: Fish Like Grouper, Barracuda May Pose Food-Poisoning Risk
They can sometimes contain toxin that can't be detected before eating, CDC warns

January 31, 2013: Some Parkinson's Patients Discover an Artistic Side
Cases suggest prescribed medicine may help unleash creativity