The first step is to assess the situation calmly and quickly. Determine if the paralysis is sudden or gradual, as this can help identify potential causes. If the paralysis is sudden, it could be a ...

THE QUESTION One type of antidepressant, called an SSRI (or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor), acts beneficially on a neurotransmitter in the central nervous system. Might such an antidepressant ...

Hemiplegia refers to paralysis on one side of the body. It can affect the legs, arms, and facial muscles on the left or right side. It is not a condition, but a symptom of other conditions. Hemiplegia ...

An MRI-based image obtained through a technique called arterial spin labelling, which allows scientists to image blood flow rates in the brain. The image shows a huge increase in blood flow (red) ...