Ritalin improves brain function, task performance in cocaine abusers, study finds
18:01 07-09-2010; source: www.sciencedaily.com
A brain-scanning study reveals that an oral dose of methylphenidate, commonly known as Ritalin, improves impaired brain function and enhances cognitive performance in people who are addicted to cocaine. The study suggests that methylphenidate, combined with cognitive interventions, may have a role in facilitating recovery from drug addiction.
Bipolar disorder does not increase risk of violent crime, Swedish study suggests
18:01 07-09-2010; source: www.sciencedaily.com
A new study from Sweden suggests that bipolar disorder -- or manic-depressive disorder -- does not increase the risk of committing violent crime. Instead, the over-representation of individuals with bipolar disorder in violent crime statistics is almost entirely attributable to concurrent substance abuse.
Gambling on breast scans: Monte Carlo analysis could help reduce number of cancers missed by mammography
17:01 07-09-2010; source: www.sciencedaily.com
A mathematical tool known as a Monte Carlo analysis could help improve the way X-rays are used for mammography and reduce the number of breast cancers missed by the technique as well as avoiding false positives, according to new research.
Radiologists identify and treat teenage self-injury
16:01 07-09-2010; source: www.sciencedaily.com
Using ultrasound and a minimally invasive procedure, radiologists can identify and treat patients who engage in a disturbing self-injury behavior known as self-embedding, according to a new study.
Carbohydrate claims can mislead consumers, study finds
16:01 07-09-2010; source: www.sciencedaily.com
Food manufacturers advertise a variety of foods on grocery store shelves by using nutrient claims on the front of packaging. New research evaluates how consumers are interpreting certain carbohydrate-related content claims and the effects of claims on consumer perceptions of food products. Findings from the study reveal that consumers misinterpret low carbohydrate claims to have health benefits and weight loss qualities beyond their nutrition facts.
Many hospital emergency department visits could be treated elsewhere, study finds
16:01 07-09-2010; source: www.sciencedaily.com
Evidence shows that more people are seeking routine care from hospital emergency departments, a trend that may grow under health care reform. A new study shows that about 17 percent of all visits to hospital emergency departments across the United States could be treated at retail medical clinics or urgent care centers, potentially saving $4.4 billion annually in health care costs.
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