A stress hormone may help the brain repair itself
A surprising stress-related signal may help the brain repair itself after injury. Researchers found that myelin-producing precursor cells rapidly release the stress hormone CRH near damaged brain tissue, helping control how those cells mature and rebuild protective nerve insulation. The same system also influences brain development and the thickness of myelin later in life. The findings could…
We haven't written up this one. ScienceDaily Health has the full story — the link below goes straight to it.
This story
This is one outlet's version. Read the fullest account.
- A stress hormone may help the brain repair itself sciencedaily.com
