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September 2024

Traumatic brain injury
Distinguishing Mild Neurocognitive Disorder Due to TBI in DSM-5 from the Controversial Post-Concussion Syndrome

by Ioannis Mavroudis September 15, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis September 15, 2024

The DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition) includes criteria for Mild …

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Brain & Crime
Debunking the Myth: Epilepsy and the Misconception of Criminality

by Ioannis Mavroudis September 15, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis September 15, 2024

Epilepsy has long been a subject of fascination and misconception throughout history, often intertwined with …

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Brain & Crime
Phillip Adams and the Tragic Impact of CTE: Understanding the Role of Brain Injury in Violent Behavior

by Ioannis Mavroudis September 15, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis September 15, 2024

The case of Phillip Adams, a former NFL player who committed a mass murder in …

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Brain & Crime
The Moors Murders: A Chilling Crime and the Neurobiological Profile of Its Perpetrators

by Ioannis Mavroudis September 14, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis September 14, 2024

The Moors Murders: A Dark Chapter in British History The Moors Murders remain one of …

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Brain & Crime
Neurobiological Insights into the Mind of a Cold-Blooded Criminal: A Detailed Brain Analysis

by Ioannis Mavroudis September 14, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis September 14, 2024

One of the most horrific crimes in the history of Greece. For the way it …

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Traumatic brain injury
Is Post-Concussion Syndrome a Functional Disorder?

by Ioannis Mavroudis September 14, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis September 14, 2024

Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS) is a complex and often misunderstood condition that can arise after a …

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Traumatic brain injury
The Role of Neuroimaging and Machine Learning in Understanding Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI)

by Ioannis Mavroudis September 13, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis September 13, 2024

Mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), commonly referred to as a concussion, is one of the …

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Understanding Markov Blankets and Their Role in Brain Function and Injury

by Ioannis Mavroudis September 13, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis September 13, 2024

The brain is an incredibly complex system, constantly interacting with both internal processes and external …

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Caffeine and Concussion Recovery: Benefits, Drawbacks, and Recommendations

by Ioannis Mavroudis September 9, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis September 9, 2024

Caffeine appears to have a complex relationship with concussion recovery and post-concussion syndrome (PCS). Based …

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Cognitive Recovery After Traumatic Brain Injury: New Approaches for Asthenia Treatment

by myneuronews September 9, 2024

by myneuronews September 9, 2024

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) frequently results in cognitive impairments and asthenia (chronic fatigue), which can …

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An Aggressive Juvenile Nasopharyngeal Angiofibroma With Intracranial and Orbital Extension in an Adolescent Female: A Case Report and Focused Literature Review
Case Presentation We present the case of a 15-year-old female patient who exhibited clinical signs…
Maintenance of neuronal TDP-43 expression requires axonal lysosome transport
Study Overview The investigation centered on understanding the critical role of TDP-43, a protein associated…
Personality Profiles Among People With Functional Motor Disorders
Personality Traits in Functional Motor Disorders Research has established a nuanced understanding of the personality…
Increased Prevalence of an Oxytocin Receptor Gene Variant in Functional Neurological Disorder: A Case-Control Study
Background and Rationale Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) presents a unique challenge within the realm of…
Conversion Disorder With Mutism as the Presenting Symptom
Understanding Conversion Disorder Conversion disorder, also known as Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), manifests through neurological…

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy improves post-concussion symptoms in adults with childhood traumatic brain injury: a retrospective cohort study
Post-concussion syndrome (PCS) following childhood traumatic brain injury (TBI) can result in persistent cognitive impairments that extend into adulthood, yet it remains significantly underdiagnosed and undertreated. This study evaluated the effects of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) on chronic neurocognitive symptoms in adults with PCS stemming from pediatric TBI. We conducted a retrospective analysis of patients […]
A Case of Extensive Pneumocephalus Following an Electric Scooter Accident
The use of electric scooters (e-scooters) has rapidly increased in Japan, accompanied by a rise in associated injuries. Severe head trauma can occur even when the Glasgow Coma Scale score suggests a mild injury, particularly when major clinical signs are present. Therefore, careful observation and appropriate management are essential. A 42-year-old woman injured by an […]
Post-Traumatic Stress, Illness Perception, Concussion Symptoms, and Quality of Life Following Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
BACKGROUND: Working-age individuals with mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) often experience persistent post-concussion symptoms (PCS) that significantly impair their quality of life (QoL). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may act as a psychological mechanism linking PCS to a poorer QoL, while illness perception may influence the extent to which PCS lead to PTSD; these relationships have […]
Cumulative and Contextual Effects of Low-Level Blast Exposure on Cognitive Function in Military Personnel: Interactions With PTSD and Mild TBI
CONCLUSIONS: Although LLB exposure alone was not associated with cognitive deficits, it interacted with PTSD and TBI to influence cognitive performance. These findings support the need for integrated assessments of blast exposure, PTSD, and TBI history in evaluating cognitive health among SM/Vs.
Peak Power: A Severity Measure for Head Acceleration Events Associated with Suspected Concussions
CONCLUSION: Peak power, a measure based on fundamental mechanics and commonly communicated in sports performance, was the most effective metric associated with HIA1 removals in elite rugby. The study bridges the gap by identifying a consistent HAE severity measure applicable across sexes.