Researchers Eliminate Schizophrenia Symptoms in Animal Model
When elevated levels of neuregulin-1, a gene associated with schizophrenia, are returned to normal, the symptoms of the illness disappear.
Genetic Predictors of Postpartum Depression Uncovered
The alteration of the TTC9B and HP1BP3 genes, detected by a blood test during pregnancy, predicted the onset of postpartum depression with 85% accuracy in a small study.
Repeat Brain Injury Raises Soldiers’ Suicide Risk
New research suggests military personnel who suffer more than one mild TBI face a significantly higher risk of suicide.
Trying to be Happier Works When Listening to Upbeat Music
Researchers discover individuals can successfully try to get happy with the aid of upbeat, cheery music.
Brain-Imaging Study Links Cannabinoid Receptors to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Researchers discover a connection between the quantity of CB1 cannabinoid receptors in the brain and PTSD.
North Carolina Coal Plant Emissions Might Play Role in State Suicide Numbers
A new study points to a correlation between suicide rates and environmental pollution caused by emissions from coal-fired electricity plants in North Carolina.
Out of Sync: Body Clocks Altered at Cell Level in Depression
Researchers discover evidence of altered circadian rhythms and disrupted brain gene orchestration in patients with major depression.
Nerve Stimulation for Severe Depression Changes Brain Function
Preliminary brain scan studies reveal how vagus nerve stimulation brings about changes in brain metabolism weeks prior to patients with depression entering into recovery.
Anti-Smoking Ads with Strong Arguments, Not Flashy Editing, Trigger Part of Brain That Changes Behavior
Researchers discovered a part of the brain involved in future behavioral changes, the dorsomedial prefrontal cortex, had greater activation when smokers were exposed to anti-smoking messages with stronger arguments as opposed to weaker arguments.
Do Drugs for Bipolar Disorder “Normalize” Brain Gene Function?
A new brain tissue study has shown gene expression in bipolar patients treated with antipsychotic medications is similar to the expression in subjects with no history of bipolar disorder.
