FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·June 3, 2019·3 min readCan cannabinoids help treat obsessive-compulsive disorder?Study provides further evidence the endocannabinoid system plays a crucial role in obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Using cannabinoid drugs have a positive impact in helping control behaviors associated with OCD.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurosciencePsychology·April 26, 2019·4 min readBrain’s support network may play key role in attention deficit, hyperactivity behaviors: Rodent studyAstrocytes can alter neurons to drive behaviors associated with ADHD. Researchers believe astrocytes may be used to develop targeted treatments for behavioral deficits associated with a range of mental illnesses.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·April 4, 2019·5 min readDeep stimulation improves cognitive control by augmenting brain rhythmsDeep brain stimulation improves performance on cognitive control tasks and increases theta oscillations in the medial, and lateral prefrontal cortex.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·January 3, 2019·4 min readObsessive Compulsive Symptoms in Youth May Be a Red Flag For Other Psychological IssuesA new study reports obsessive and compulsive behaviors in young people may represent a red flag for other more serious psychiatric conditions. Researchers report a link between OCS and an increased risk of depression and suicidal thoughts in young people.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·May 3, 2018·3 min readUnderstanding Fear of Guilt Key in Better Treating OCDResearchers report the fear of guilt can evoke doubt when making decisions. The findings could help develop new treatments for those suffering from OCD.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·September 18, 2017·3 min readDebunking the Myth That OCD is Associated With Superior IntelligenceA new study disputes a myth popularized by Freud. Reporting in Neuropsychological Review, researchers say they have found no association between obsessive compulsive disorder and higher IQ.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·June 15, 2016·4 min readPostpartum Depression Least Severe Form of Depression in MothersDepression that begins during pregnancy may be more severe because it can last longer and go undetected, a new study reports.Read More