Neuroscience has transformed our understanding of the brain and promises treatments for devastating disorders that affect millions.
Scientists identify five ages of the human brain over a lifetime
Four major turning points around ages nine, 32, 66 and 83 create five broad eras of neural wiring over the average human lifespan.
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No evidence ADHD is being over-diagnosed, say experts
06 Mar 2026 Experts are warning that far from being over-diagnosed, people with ADHD are waiting too long for assessment, support and treatment.
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Improve education and transitional support for autistic people to prevent death by suicide, say experts
03 Mar 2026 Suicide in autistic people originates in the inequalities they face across their lives, starting in childhood, and spanning education to employment...
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Children born with upper limb difference show the incredible adaptability of the young brain
24 Feb 2026 A unique study imaging brain activity in children born with upper limb difference – for example, one hand – has shown the amazing ability of the brain...
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Tetris gameplay treatment helps reduce traumatic flashbacks for frontline healthcare workers
18 Feb 2026 A simple, digital intervention that includes mentally playing Tetris can dramatically reduce intrusive memories of trauma in a month, even to the...
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Sex differences in brain growth emerge in the womb, study finds
29 Jan 2026 Cambridge researchers have revealed a detailed picture of how the human brain grows from mid-pregnancy through the first weeks after birth and...
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Menopause linked to loss of grey matter in the brain, poorer mental health and sleep disturbance
27 Jan 2026 Menopause is linked to reductions in grey matter volume in key brain regions as well as increased levels of anxiety and depression and difficulties...
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Half of people arrested in London may have undiagnosed ADHD, study finds
10 Dec 2025 Offering screening for neurodivergence to people detained by the police could help ensure access to appropriate support and fairer treatment in the...
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Eight Cambridge researchers awarded €17 million in ERC Consolidator Grants
09 Dec 2025 Funding from the European Union’s Horizon Europe programme will support promising mid-career scientists to pursue creative research ideas across a...
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Autistic adults have an increased risk of suicidal behaviours, irrespective of trauma
25 Nov 2025 Autistic people are more likely to report suicide-related behaviours and psychological distress irrespective of previous traumatic experiences...
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