Brain coral

Restoring the low levels of the chemical serotonin may help improve brain function and reduce impulsivity in some dementia patients, according to Cambridge researchers. A study published in the July edition of the journal Brain suggests a potential new treatment for people affected by frontotemporal dementia.

This is a very promising result, which suggests that it may be possible to treat patients safely and effectively for high risk and challenging impulsive behaviours

Laura Hughes

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