12 Questions
What is the protective mechanism mentioned in the text for Alzheimer's disease?
Lifelong learning
In Parkinson's disease, what is the role of Parkin?
Cleans up misfolded proteins
Which treatment for Parkinson's disease involves inserting electrodes into the subthalamic nucleus?
Deep brain stimulation
What can be a risk factor for Parkinson's disease according to the text?
Rural living with exposure to pesticides
What is the effect of L-DOPA in Parkinson's disease treatment?
Increases dopamine release in remaining cells
Which structure is impacted by stress according to the text?
Hypothalamus
What are the effects of long-term exposure to glucocorticoids on the hippocampus?
Pruning of dendritic branches
How do glucocorticoids affect the HPA (hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal) activity in the brain?
Send a signal to shut down HPA activity
What is the impact of chronic stress on the immune system?
Reduced immune function
How does high stress affect cold susceptibility according to the text?
Increases the chances of developing colds
What is the primary symptom associated with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) mentioned in the text?
Suicidal ideation
How does DNA methylation influence gene expression according to the text?
Silences gene expression
Test your knowledge on Alzheimer's Disease by describing disease progression, symptoms at each stage, physiological changes, plaques, tangles, causes, risk factors, and types of AD. Learn about the protective mechanism of lifelong learning and the potential effectiveness of the AB vaccine in reducing plaques. Parkinson's disease is also briefly mentioned.
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