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Brain Imaging Links Chronic Insomnia To Reversible Cognitive Deficits Without Changes In Behavior:

A neuroimaging study has found that cognitive processes related to verbal fluency are compromised in people with insomnia despite the absence of a behavioral deficit. These specific brain function alterations can be reversed, however, through non-pharmacological treatment with sleep therapy.

Periodic Limb Movement During Sleep Is Less Common In African-Americans; Associated With Insomnia:

A new study objectively determined the prevalence of periodic limb movements during sleep (PLMS) in a population-based sample, finding a lower prevalence of PLMS in African-Americans and a higher rate of insomnia complaints in people with PLMS.

More Daytime Sleeping Predicts Less Recovery During Rehabilitation For Older Adults:

A new study shows that daytime sleeping during a rehabilitation stay predicts less functional recovery for older adults, with effects lasting as long as three months.

Playing, And Even Watching, Sports Improves Brain Function:

Being an athlete or merely a fan improves language skills when it comes to discussing their sport because parts of the brain usually involved in playing sports are instead used to understand sport language, new research at the University of Chicago shows.

Infidelity Gene? Genetic Link To Relationship Difficulties Found:

Scientists at Karolinska Institutet have found a link between a specific gene and the way men bond to their partners. The results, which are presented in the scientific journal PNAS, can lead to a better understanding of such problems as autism and social phobia.

Teen Suicide Spike Was No Fluke:

A troubling new study raises new concerns about kids committing suicide in the U.S. After a one year spike in the number of suicides, doctors were hoping to see more normal numbers in the latest study, but they didn't. The number of kids committing suicide in the U.S. remains higher than expected, and that has doctors and parents looking for answers.

Collective Traumas: Early Explanations Of 9/11 Linked To Long-term Adjustment:

According to new research led by John Updegraff, a Kent State University professor, individuals who are able to quickly make sense of collective traumas such as the 9/11 terrorist attacks cope better in the long run.

Zen Training Speeds The Mind's Return After Distraction, Brain Scans Reveal:

Experienced Zen meditators can clear their minds of distractions more quickly than novices, according to a new brain imaging study.

Directing A Driver's Gaze Results In Smoother Steering:

Typically, drivers gaze along a curve as they negotiate it, but they also look at other parts of the road, the dashboard, traffic signs and oncoming vehicles.