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Gut bacteria linked to autism-related behavior in mice

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From the Cell Press media release: Mice whose mothers suffered from infection or inflammation during pregnancy are at greater risk for developing behaviors similar to those seen in people with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Now,… 

Does Facebook use affect body image in teen girls?

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From the Mary Ann Liebert, Inc./Genetic Engineering News media release: “Appearance exposure” on the Internet has been linked to body image disturbance among adolescent girls. A new study that links specific Facebook activities, but not… 

Many patients have trouble identifying their medications

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From the Health Behavior News Service media release: People who identify their blood pressure medications by shape, size and color instead of by name may risk poor blood pressure control and increase their risk of… 

Novel rehabilitation device improves motor skills after stroke

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From the media release: Using a novel stroke rehabilitation device that converts an individual’s thoughts to electrical impulses to move upper extremities, stroke patients reported improvements in their motor function and ability to perform activities… 

Exercise beneficial for dementia

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From the Wiley media release: Exercise may benefit older people with dementia by improving their cognitive functioning and ability to carry out everyday activities, according to a new systematic review published in The Cochrane Library.… 

ADHD linked to social and economic disadvantage

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From the University of Exeter media release: Scientists have found evidence of a link between social and economic status and childhood attention deficit disorder (ADHD) in the UK. A team led by the University of…