The SYNGAP1 gene, which supports the production of a protein called SynGAP (Synaptic Ras GTPase-Activating Protein), is known ...

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Operationally define challenging behaviors. Challenging behaviors should be defined in terms that are specific, observable, and measureable (i.e., one can see and count the behaviors). Be specific ...

A new model allows researchers to predict how decision-making changes when specific neural connections are strengthened or ...

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The ability to regulate one's own food intake is essential to the survival of both humans and other animals. This innate ability ensures that the body receives the nutrients it needs to perform daily ...

Individuals with dual sensory impairments may demonstrate behaviors which are frequently viewed as inappropriate. These behaviors can be interpreted as strange head movements, odd body postures, ...

A hidden factor shapes student behavior more than discipline. Addressing it boosts engagement and academic success.

A study of nematodes by researchers at Nagoya University in Japan has found that aging-related decline in brain function is caused by the excessive activation of certain neurons over time, rather than ...

Recent research has focused on various factors that influence eating behaviors, including food texture, portion sizes, and sensory properties of food. Understanding these factors can help in ...

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Researchers from the University of Konstanz and the Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior in Germany have worked out a way ...