neuroscience research

Brain Overdrive Linked to Higher Fall Risk in Aging and Parkinson’s

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Brain Overdrive Linked to Higher Fall Risk in Aging and Parkinson’s

The concept of Brain Overdrive is gaining attention as researchers uncover how it impacts balance and fall risk. New findings reveal that both aging individuals and people with Parkinson’s disease experience Brain Overdrive, where the brain works excessively hard to maintain stability. While this might seem beneficial, it actually reduces the body’s ability to recover … Read more

Brain Chemical Habits: How Acetylcholine Helps Break Old Patterns

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Brain Chemical Habits: How Acetylcholine Helps Break Old Patterns

The concept of Brain Chemical Habits is gaining attention as scientists uncover how our brains adapt to change. A recent study by the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology reveals that a key neurotransmitter—acetylcholine—plays a major role in helping the brain shift behaviours when expected outcomes change. This discovery provides valuable insight into how we … Read more