The Neuroscience For Kids website reports that there are about 100 billion neurons in the human brain that process messages from the trillions of cells in the human body. Disorders of the nervous system can occur in the brain, spinal column or at...
Ritalin, one brand name of methylphenidylacetate hydrochloride, most often is used in treatment programs to ease symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults and children. This medication belongs to a class of drugs called...
Cataplexy is characterized by a sudden loss of muscle tone, either generalized over the entire body or localized to specific muscle groups. According to MayoClinic.com, a number of physical changes occur during a cataplectic attack such as slurred...
Narcolepsy affects one in 2,000 Americans. While sudden bouts of sleep and daytime sleepiness are common symptoms of narcolepsy, severity of the condition varies among individuals. No single cause or cure has been linked to narcolepsy--medication...
