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For decades, the prevailing medical model viewed mental health through the lens of deficit-identifying what was “broken” within the neural circuitry of the brain. However, through the lens of the Brain Research Foundation (BRF), a more sophisticated narrative has emerged. It is a narr...
Join us for a free Zoom lunchtime lecture, “Microglia: How the Brain’s Immune Cells Shape Brain Health Throughout the Lifespan,” presented by Dr. Lindsay DeBaise, Ph.D. This engaging session will explore the vital role microglia play in maintaining overall brain health. In early...
For millions of people, a good night’s sleep feels increasingly out of reach. Poor sleep affects memory, mood, mental health, and long-term brain function. Over time, chronic sleep disruption increases the risk of cognitive decline, depression, and neurological disease. Yet despite its impo...
The global opioid addiction crisis has remained one of the most urgent public health issues in 2025, and now that we are going into the new year, it requires attention now more than ever. For decades, the primary tool for severe opioid treatment has been the opioid itself, creating a devastating ...
This short clip features Dr. Hojoon Lee introducing his, The Dizzy Brain, exploring why dizziness and nausea occur and what they reveal about brain function. Yes, Brain Research Foundation hosts these every other month, bringing leading researchers to share accessible insights...
What Is Huntington’s Disease & The Research Behind It Huntington’s disease (HD) represents one of the most formidable challenges in contemporary neurological medicine. Defined as a progressive, inherited neurodegenerative disorder, HD systemically destroys nerve cells in the brain...
Summary: Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) is a rare autoimmune disorder that attacks the peripheral nerves, often leading to sudden weakness, paralysis, and in severe cases, life-threatening complications. For families facing this diagnosis, the shock and uncertainty can feel overwhelming. Un...
What Are the Neurological Symptoms of a Concussion? Executive summary: A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury that disrupts normal brain function, often due to a blow or sudden jolt to the head. Neurological symptoms of concussion can include headaches, dizziness, confusion, memory lapses,...
Summary: Many families and individuals ask whether there is a cure for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). While science has made important progress in understanding how ASD affects the brain, no single biological marker or definitive cause has been identified, making a cure challenging. Instead, res...
Summary: Migraine headaches are neurological events that go beyond typical head pain, often causing symptoms like nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, visual disturbances (aura), and even dizziness. Common causes and triggers include stress, hormonal changes, lack of sleep, dehydration, and ce...
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