Gene therapy shows preliminary promise for easing Parkinsons
In a small early study at Weill Cornell, 12 Parkinson patients received a gene therapy aimed at boosting brain GABA to calm overactive circuits. One 59 year old man showed dramatic symptom improvement with no major side effects, though researchers caution results are preliminary and safety focus remains.
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AMA seeks to declare video game addiction a psychiatric disorder
CHICAGO The AMA considers labeling excessive video game use as a psychiatric disorder to raise awareness and push inclusion in the APA diagnostic manual. Delegates may vote soon amid debate as experts warn labeling could pathologize normal behavior.
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