Neuroplasticity
Pornography may be commonplace, but a growing body of research shows it causes lasting harm to the brain and relationships
Pornography may be commonplace, but a growing body of research shows it causes lasting harm to the brain and relationships Pornography use has been linked to lasting harm to the brain and relationships, including reduced gray matter in the reward system, desensitization, and increased cravings for more extreme content. Research suggests that problematic pornography use […]
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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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How early-life stress can ‘reprogram’ the brain
How early-life stress can ‘reprogram’ the brain New research reveals how childhood adversity shapes the brain and behavior. Early-life adversity affects more than half of the world’s children and is a significant risk factor for cognitive and mental health problems later in life. In an extensive and up-to-the-minute review of research in this domain, researchers […]
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