Posts Tagged ‘neurological problems’
Can COVID-19 coronavirus “invade” human brain tissue? (Quick answer: evidence so far is mixed)
Taking a Closer Look at COVID-19’s Effects on the Brain (NIH Director’s blog): While primarily a respiratory disease, COVID-19 can also lead to neurological problems. The first of these symptoms might be the loss of smell and taste, while some people also may later battle headaches, debilitating fatigue, and trouble thinking clearly, sometimes referred to as…
Read MoreLet’s anticipate the potential misuse of neurological data to minimize the risks–and maximize the benefits
__ The perils of opening the mind (Boston Globe): “Forget the joystick. Today you can use your mind alone to navigate virtual environments or fly real-world drones. You can buy sleek headbands that read your brain signals and help you meditate or stay focused. Or you can get them for your kids to make sure…
Read MorePlaying American football before age 12 is linked to long-term neuropsychiatric and cognitive problems
__________ Tackle football before age 12 may boost risks of cognitive, mood disorders (Ars Technica): “Taking hard knocks early in life could shove football players toward neurological problems later, a new study suggests. Among 214 former amateur and professional male football players, those who started playing early—particularly before the age of 12—had greater risks of…
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