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The vagus nerve, which carries information between the brain and heart, lungs and other organs, might regulate the activity of a tiny brain region called the locus coeruleus. Sebastian Kaulitzki/Science Photo Library via Getty Images

Vagus nerve stimulation shows promise as a way to counter Alzheimer’s disease‑ and age‑related memory loss

Elizabeth Riley, Cornell University

Keeping a tiny brain area called locus coeruleus functioning properly may stave off symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and keep the aging brain healthy
Untreated attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder can cause performance problems at school or work, leading to depression and financial stress. Pheelings Media/iStock via Getty Images

Anxiety and ADHD can overlap – here’s how to untangle these widespread mental health disorders

Deldhy Nicolás Moya Sánchez, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM)

For many adults, anxiety may be the only visible symptom. When it fades, underlying ADHD, which may have been masked for years, finally becomes clear.
ADHD is characterized by symptoms such as inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. Nuthawut Somsuk/iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty Images

ADHD brains present unique challenges, but the condition is highly treatable − a primary care nurse practitioner with ADHD explains the science

Kate Harrington, Kennesaw State University

Navigating life with ADHD or as a parent of a child with ADHD can be stressful. But as researchers learn more about the uniqueness of brains with ADHD, they are also gleaning insight into treatments.

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  1. ADHD
  2. ADHD symptoms
  3. Attention
  4. Brain research
  5. Dopamine
  6. Executive function
  7. Memory loss
  8. Mesolimbic system
  9. Neuropsychology

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