Barbara Sahakian

Jan 31, 2025 | nature.com | Qingyang Li |Miao Cao |Dan Stein |Barbara Sahakian |Tianye Jia |Christelle Langley | +22 more

AbstractLaboratory studies show brain maturation involves synaptic pruning and cognitive development. Human studies suggest links between early cognitive performance and later mental health, but inconsistencies remain. It is unclear if specific brain regions mediate this relationship, and the molecular underpinnings are not well understood.

Jan 27, 2025 | theconversation.com | Barbara Sahakian |Christelle Langley

Our cognition and mental wellbeing are crucial factors for our quality of life and put us in a good position to contribute to society. Ultimately, it can be near impossible to achieve physical goals and demanding life challenges if our brain health is not optimal. Yet most of us appear to be more concerned with physical health than brain health.

Jan 8, 2025 | thehindu.com | Barbara Sahakian |Christelle Langley |Chun Shen |Jianfeng Feng

Human beings are inherently social. We thrive on connection, communication and shared experiences, which help shape our identities and foster a sense of belonging. Yet, in an increasingly digital and fast-paced world, feelings of loneliness and social isolation have become alarmingly common. The World Health Organization (WHO) has stated that these feelings are widespread. About 25% of older people and 5%-15% of adolescents feel lonely.

Jul 14, 2024 | nature.com | Runye Shi |Shitong Xiang |Tianye Jia |Trevor Robbins |Jujiao Kang |Tobias Banaschewski | +21 more

AbstractAdolescents exhibit remarkable heterogeneity in the structural architecture of brain development. However, due to limited large-scale longitudinal neuroimaging studies, existing research has largely focused on population averages, and the neurobiological basis underlying individual heterogeneity remains poorly understood.

Jun 26, 2024 | terra.com.br | Barbara Sahakian |Christelle Langley

A cannabis é usada pelos seres humanos há milhares de anos — e é uma das drogas mais populares atualmente. Com efeitos como sensação de alegria e relaxamento, também pode ser legalmente receitada ou usada em vários países. Mas como o uso desta droga afeta a mente? Em três estudos recentes, publicados no The Journal of Psychopharmacology, no Neuropsychopharmacology e no International Journal of Neuropsychopharmacology, mostramos que ela pode influenciar vários processos cognitivos e psicológicos.