Category: Neurobiology
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The Tantalizing Promises and Startling Pitfalls of Caffeine
In the fast-paced world we live in, a little pick-me-up is often needed to power through the day. Caffeine, the world’s most widely consumed psychoactive substance, has become a staple for many, promising a surge of energy and alertness. But what lies beneath the surface of this seemingly innocuous stimulant? A team of researchers delved…
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Neurodiversity: Traits, Commonalities, and Implications
Published on 1st February, 2024 in JCPP Advances Neurodiversity is characterized by both general “neurodiversity” and variability in traits that are more condition specific, serving as a potential valuable tool for understanding the highly variable experiences and needs of people with a neurodevelopmental diagnosis. Transdiagnostic Approach to Neurodiversity A recent research paper focused on a…
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Electrophysiology of Attention in ADHD
Published on 10th January 2024 in Applied Psychophysiological Biofeedback Understanding Rhythmic Attention A robust body of evidence has emerged, confirming the presence of rhythmic fluctuations in attention. However, a critical aspect was unexplored: the impact of inter-individual variations in these attentional rhythms. This article delves into the intricacies of rhythmic attention and its connection to…
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Clinical Potential of Polyphenols for ADHD
Published on 26/01/2024 in International Journal of Molecular Sciences Key Points However, further research is needed to establish the clinical potential of polyphenols, particularly in adult populations, and to explore different types of polyphenols. Building the Case: Polyphenols for ADHD This systematic review explored the potential use of polyphenols as innovative therapeutic strategies for the…
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ADHD and ASD: Neural Tango
Published on 13/06/2018 in Sage-Journal of Attention Disorders The research paper discusses the comorbidity of ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and investigates the potential overlap of underlying pathophysiology and endophenotypes between the two disorders. It highlights the revised diagnostic guidelines allowing for comorbid diagnosis, and the need for more research to understand the nature…
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PNRS Approach Unveils Brain Dysconnectivity in ADHD
Neuroscience study published by researchers of Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon, USA suggests widespread dysconnectivity in ADHD brain. Objectives Researchers aimed to address the challenges of identifying replicable neuroimaging correlates of ADHD by focusing on the cumulative effects of resting-state connectivity across all brain networks. In simple terms, this study looked at how…
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Oculomotor Inhibition Markers of Working Memory Load
A new research article published in Nature on 22/01/2024 Effects of Involuntary Eye Movements on Memory Tasks In this study, researchers looked at how involuntary eye movements (like small fixational eye movements) can be affected by the tasks our brain is performing. They found that when participants had to remember more things, their eye movements…
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Where is ADHD???
In the top-down attention circuits, those directing discipline, organization, inhibiting distractions! Reference:Arnsten AF. The Emerging Neurobiology of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: The Key Role of the Prefrontal Association Cortex. J Pediatr. 2009;154(5):I-S43. doi:10.1016/j.jpeds.2009.01.018