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Molly: The Not So Convincing Truth Of Mdma, Alison Cromer May 2013

Molly: The Not So Convincing Truth Of Mdma, Alison Cromer

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This article discusses the schedule classification and effects of MDMA. The potential damage, therapeutic effects and reclassification of MDMA are examined in a new perspective that challenges past notions which lead to it's scheduling as a class one drug.

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History Of Phrenology, Selena Aston May 2013

History Of Phrenology, Selena Aston

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Though phrenology is no longer considered a valid method of studying the brain, it did raise interesting questions that still help drive neuroscientific research today. This paper outlines the history of phrenology, and the contributions it made to the field of neuroscience.

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Schizophrenia: Then And Now, Christina Lee May 2013

Schizophrenia: Then And Now, Christina Lee

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The term "schizophrenia" was introduced over 100 years ago and it is a psychological disorder characterized by a loss of contact with reality as well as a disruption of thought, perception, mood, and movement. Throughout the years, a lot of information has been uncovered but there is still a lot of progress to be made in terms of understanding its etiology and in creating effective treatment options.

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The Progression Of A Disease: An Overview Of Schizophrenia, Lucas Stone May 2013

The Progression Of A Disease: An Overview Of Schizophrenia, Lucas Stone

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Schizophrenia is a largely undiscovered disease. Researchers haven't discovered a mechanism for effects and they still do not completely know how it affects the brain. The COMT gene as well as the epigenetic regulation of certain glutaminergic and GABAergic neurotransmitters have been proposed as possible causes for Schizophrenia, but like most research of this disease, it is not proven. The treatment for this disease has gotten better, but there still is not one that does not involve altering the natural processes of the brain.

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The History Of Schizophrenia: Denotation Or Connotation?, Luisa M. Kennefick May 2013

The History Of Schizophrenia: Denotation Or Connotation?, Luisa M. Kennefick

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A solid definition of schizophrenia has been elusive since the first attempt to define it in the 19th century. This review covers the history of schizophrenia from “dementia praecox” to the current understanding and briefly discusses how the advent of modern genetics can provide a useful tool for the redefinition of schizophrenia, particularly with regards to future research in developing treatments and therapies.

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Attempting To Mimic The Brain Synthetically, Aidan Mcdonald May 2013

Attempting To Mimic The Brain Synthetically, Aidan Mcdonald

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Though a variety of approaches have attempted to create synthetic intelligence by building computers that mimic some aspect of the brain's function, none of these have succeed, and in my opinion is unlikely to happen in the future.

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Presumptions About The Mechanics And Causes Of Headaches And Migraines Over The Last Century: A Historical Perspective, Kimberly Lowell May 2013

Presumptions About The Mechanics And Causes Of Headaches And Migraines Over The Last Century: A Historical Perspective, Kimberly Lowell

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The desire for relief from migraines and headaches motivates investigation of the mechanisms and causes of head pain. Almost a century ago, it was speculated that headaches stemmed from digestive conditions, but with improved techniques for researching the brain, it now seems that migraines are caused by neural dysfunction which makes certain areas of the brain susceptible to pain.

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Colorful Noises And Tasty Words: A Historical Examination Of The Phenomenon Of Synesthesia, Joey Gorvetzian May 2013

Colorful Noises And Tasty Words: A Historical Examination Of The Phenomenon Of Synesthesia, Joey Gorvetzian

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Synesthetes, or people who experience the phenomenon of synesthesia, have "cross-linked" senses, such that a stimulus in one sense modality may cause a sensation in another. This paper presents a brief history of this interesting phenomenon, from the synesthetic motifs of the Pythagoreans to more recent neurobiological studies elucidating the mechanisms behind how the typically distinct five senses can become inextricably entwined.

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Defining Concussion And Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: A History Of Confusion And Debate., Brenda Seymour May 2013

Defining Concussion And Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: A History Of Confusion And Debate., Brenda Seymour

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Although concussions were first described in ancient times by Hippocrates, the definition of concussion and what differentiates it from other head trauma has been debated throughout history. Since the 9th century, doctors such as Rhazes, Berengario da Carpi, and Doctor Read have further refined the definition and diagnosis of concussion, coming to the first neuropathologic descriptions of the term in the 17th century. Today, the debate continues over whether a concussion is defined as a physical blow to the head, or the abnormal symptoms following such trauma. Other terms such as Mild Traumatic Brain Injury have made their way into …

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Male Verses Female Brains, Laurel Olfson May 2013

Male Verses Female Brains, Laurel Olfson

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Researching what makes brains unique has been studied for generations; the unique differences between the brains of males and females and what causes them has recently begun to surface as a topic to study. This paper addresses the way that the different brain sexes have been handled over the course of history, from religion to the latest findings.

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Is Lucid Dreaming Just A Phenomenon Or A Learned Skill, Jordan H. Boldt May 2013

Is Lucid Dreaming Just A Phenomenon Or A Learned Skill, Jordan H. Boldt

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Lucid dreaming is a seemingly rare phenomenon in which the dreamer is consciously aware that they are dreaming. This "phenomenon" allows dreamers to change some aspect of their dream, and as studies have progressed, the idea of training yourself to have a lucid dream is prevalent. Through studies and experiments, researchers have discovered not only ways of teaching themselves to induce lucid dreams, but also of the therapeutic values it has.

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The Difficulty Of Using A Biological Marker For Alcohol Use: A Recent Historical Overview, David Adler May 2013

The Difficulty Of Using A Biological Marker For Alcohol Use: A Recent Historical Overview, David Adler

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This paper attempts to provide both a historical and more recent perspective of the biological markers of alcohol use. Both state markers and trait markers are examined by their association to alcohol consumption as well as their functionality in their field. A number of biological compounds are considered.

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Alzheimer's Disease: A Historical Perspective, Ariana Lim May 2013

Alzheimer's Disease: A Historical Perspective, Ariana Lim

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Alzheimer's disease is one of many degenerative diseases affecting the American population today and is one of the most devastating diseases. In the more recent years, Alzheimer's Disease has been researched. However, it was not always a commonly known disease and many aspects of Alzheimer's Disease still remain elusive. Enclosed is a summary of the history and discovery of Alzheimer's disease, what current research shows about it today, what is not known about Alzheimer's disease, and the future of exploring and slowing the progression of Alzheimer's disease.

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The History Of Depression In Neuroscience, Morgan Hellyer May 2013

The History Of Depression In Neuroscience, Morgan Hellyer

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Depression is a very common illness that has plagued humanity for thousands of years. Throughout the years depression has been explained in a multitude of ways and treated in even more, yet to this day there is no quantifiable cure for depression. The history of depression proves that despite years of research and investigation, a valid cure for depression is still only a passing hope that is simply masked by current treatments that only serve to dull the symptoms.

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Current Neuropsychological Understanding Of Consciousness As Influenced By Antecedent Arguments In The Philosophy Of Mind, Jeff Kerr May 2013

Current Neuropsychological Understanding Of Consciousness As Influenced By Antecedent Arguments In The Philosophy Of Mind, Jeff Kerr

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This paper provides a detailed description of the antecedent influences of philosophy on modern neuropsychological conceptions of consciousness. A brief philosophical history of consciousness in the form of several famous arguments is illustrated, which underlie modern understanding of the phenomenon. As a result, modern neuroscientific theories of consciousness are seen as very much a melody of multi-disciplinary historical ideas, which play notable roles in directing neuroscience investigation.

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The Neuroscience Of Prions, Stacia Wetter May 2013

The Neuroscience Of Prions, Stacia Wetter

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Prions are becoming a highly researched field of study, with increased prevalence as modern society has meshed with indigenous tribes. This paper inquires into the history of prions, from initial discovery to current understanding, in order to bring light to these relatively new physiological terrors.

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On Creative Madness, Sparky Sweedo May 2013

On Creative Madness, Sparky Sweedo

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There has long been an association between creative talent and some form of what may be called “madness.” Whether through the imagery of the brilliant, mad scientist, or the eccentric artist, there is a present popular attitude in favor of this notion. This association has evolved over the millennia, resulting in a quest over the last century for scientific evidence for the possibility of such a link, and for neuro-physical evidence if such a link exists. Although psychological evidence for such a correlation has historically been difficult to obtain, current knowledge suggests that the neurotransmitter dopamine is responsible for the …

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