Cognitive Science

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Altered brain functional connectivity in vegetative state and minimally conscious state

ObjectivesThe pathological mechanism for a disorder of consciousness (DoC) is still not fully understood. Based on traditional behavioral scales, there is a high rate of misdiagnosis for subtypes of DoC. We aimed to explore whether topological characterization may explain the pathological mechanisms of DoC and be effective in diagnosing the subtypes of DoC.MethodsUsing resting-state functional […]

Published on June 29, 2023

Discovering the Best Mind-Body Therapy for Low Back Pain

Searching for the best treatment option for non-specific low back pain (NLBP) is like exploring different flavors of ice cream to find your favorite. In this study, researchers conducted a network meta-analysis to compare the effects of various mindfulness-based mind-body therapies (MBMBTs) in NLBP patients. They analyzed 46 randomized controlled trials and evaluated therapies such […]

Published on June 29, 2023