FeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·February 1, 2017·4 min read‘Mirror Game’ Test Could Secure Early Detection of SchizophreniaA new computerized 'mirror game' has been shown to give more accurate diagnosis of schizophrenia than clinical interviews, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·January 27, 2017·5 min readStimulating the Brain With Electricity Reduces Bulimia SymptomsResearchers use transcranial magnetic stimulation to help reduce key symptoms of bulimia.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·January 24, 2017·2 min readPinpointing Fetal Cells Vulnerable to Later Life StressA new study reports cells damaged before birth may provide an increased risk of psychiatric disorders later in life.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsPsychology·January 23, 2017·4 min readNicotine Normalizes Brain Activity Deficits That Are Key to SchizophreniaStudy sheds light on how nicotine affects the brains of those with schizophrenia, and why those with the disease tend to be heavy smokers.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsPsychology·January 21, 2017·5 min readGene That Enables Memories and Sense of Direction Produces Schizophrenia Like Symptoms When MutatedA new study reports mice that express a reduced amount of the TMEM108 protein were more likely to express schizophrenia like symptoms, including memory and navigational problems.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·January 21, 2017·4 min readGestational Diabetes Increases Postpartum Depression RiskA new study reveals a link between gestational diabetes and an increased risk of developing postpartum depression in first time mothers.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·January 18, 2017·4 min readDelirium Could Accelerate Dementia Related Mental DeclineA new study reports delirium can accelerate cognitive decline in people undergoing pathological changes associated with dementia.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·January 18, 2017·4 min readHow Estrogen Modulates Fear LearningWomen with lower estrogen levels may be more susceptible to developing PTSD, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·January 17, 2017·5 min readTalk Therapy Helps Strengthen Brain ConnectionsStudy reveals cognitive behavioral therapy can strengthen specific connections in the brains of people with psychosis, and the stronger neural network connections are associated with long term reduction in symptoms.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·January 17, 2017·5 min readGenetic Discovery Provides New Insight Into Cognitive DisordersA new study reports researchers have discovered some of the genes responsible for cognitive ability. They believe the findings could help in the development of treatments for cognitive disorders such as schizophrenia.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience VideosPsychology·January 13, 2017·7 min readElectroconvulsive Therapy: A History Of Controversy, But Also Of HelpA new paper looks at the controversial use of electroconvulsive therapy over the years to treat depression.Read More
FeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·January 12, 2017·5 min readSchizophrenia Could Directly Increase Diabetes RiskA new study reports people with schizophrenia may be at increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes.Read More