Neurology
Your left and right brain hear language differently − a neuroscientist explains how
Your left and right brain hear language differently − a neuroscientist explains how Research suggests that the left and right hemispheres of the brain process language differently, with the left hemisphere typically dominating speech perception. The development of neural circuits in the auditory cortex, responsible for processing sound, follows a specific timeline, with the right […]
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Why do we yawn?
Why do we yawn? Yawning is an instinct that occurs in all animals, including cats. The exact reason for yawning in humans is still unknown and not definitively studied. Some experts suggest that yawning may be related to sleep needs, hunger, or boredom, but these theories are not conclusive. Fetuses have been observed yawning, suggesting […]
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Billy Joel has excess fluid in his brain – a neurologist explains what happens when this protective liquid gets out of balance
Billy Joel has excess fluid in his brain – a neurologist explains what happens when this protective liquid gets out of balance Billy Joel has been diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), a condition where excess cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) accumulates in the brain’s cavities, leading to enlarged ventricles and pressure on surrounding tissue. CSF is […]
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1 region of the brain links all your senses
1 region of the brain links all your senses A new study published in NeuroImage has found that all five senses stimulate a region of the brain that controls consciousness. The study, led by Yale researcher Aya Khalaf, used fMRI data from 1,561 healthy adult participants to analyze how different senses interact with each other […]
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What causes RFK Jr.’s strained and shaky voice? A neurologist explains this little-known disorder
What causes RFK Jr.’s strained and shaky voice? A neurologist explains this little-known disorder Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the US Secretary of Health and Human Services, has been open about his struggles with spasmodic dysphonia, a neurological voice disorder that causes a strained and shaky voice. The condition affects an estimated 50,000 people in North […]
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New neurons may repair damage from Huntington’s disease
New neurons may repair damage from Huntington’s disease New research suggests that the adult brain can generate new neurons that integrate into key motor circuits, offering a potential new way to restore brain function and slow the progression of Huntington’s disease. The study found that stimulating natural brain processes can help repair damaged neural networks […]
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