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·March 22, 2019·4 min read

When neurons are out of shape, antidepressants may not work

Differences in serotonergic neuron morphology, along with altered gene expression have been identified in patients with MDD. The findings shed light on why some patients do not respond to SSRI antidepressants.

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·February 20, 2019·5 min read

Some Drug Combinations More Effective Than Others For Patients with Schizophrenia

A new study reveals some drug combinations may be more beneficial for those with schizophrenia. Researchers found people with schizophrenia who took antidepressants, in combination with other medications, were less likely to be hospitalized for mental health issues than those who started another antipsychotic.

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·February 14, 2019·3 min read

Antidepressants Could Stop Deadly Sepsis

A new study reports fluvoxamine, an antidepressant used to treat OCD appears to be effective in stopping sepsis.

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·February 1, 2019·4 min read

Hyperactive Neurons May Be to Blame When Antidepressants Don’t Work

Researchers shed new light on why some people may not respond to antidepressants for major depressive disorder. The study reports, neurons in the brains of some with MDD may become hyperactive in the presence of SSRIs.

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·January 23, 2019·3 min read

Child’s Age at Parental Divorce Can Affect Antidepressant Use as Adults

A new study reports children whose parents divorced when they were teens are less likely to develop depression or use antidepressants as children whose parents spilt up before they were four years old.

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·January 11, 2019·4 min read

Binge Eating and Smoking Linked to Bullying and Abuse

Study reports people who experience bullying or abuse have a lower quality of life comparable to those living with chronic health conditions, such as diabetes or depression. The study also reports those who are abused are more likely to develop harmful behaviors such as smoking or binge eating.

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·December 31, 2018·6 min read

Tips For A New Year Tuneup For Your Brain

Researchers provide strategies for enhancing brain health and lowering stress in the new year.

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·December 27, 2018·4 min read

Kicking and Yelling During Sleep? Risk Factors for Violent Sleep Disorder Identified

Researchers have identified key risk factors for a violent sleep disorder known as REM sleep behavior disorder. According to the study, taking antidepressants, having PTSD and anxiety disorders increases the risk for violent episodes during sleep.

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·October 31, 2018·5 min read

Common Medications Taken During Pregnancy Not Linked to ASD Risk

A new study reports prenatal exposure to common antidepressants and antipsychotics does not increase the risk of a child developing autism.

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·October 31, 2018·4 min read

Three Types of Depression Identified

Using neuroimaging technology, researchers have identified three different subtypes of depressive disorder, including one that seems to be untreatable by common SSRI antidepressants.

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·October 18, 2018·2 min read

Novel Antidepressants May Improve Sleep for Those With Depression

According to researchers, a small cohort of MDD patients had significant improvements in sleep quality and reduced daytime sleepiness following treatment with the antidepressant Vortioxetine.

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·August 31, 2018·7 min read

Cannabidiol Shows Sustained Effects Against Depression for Seven Days: Rat Study

A study using rat models of depression reveals a single dose of the cannabis extract CBD can help to reduce symptoms of depression for up to one week. Researchers say cannabidiol appears to activate mechanisms that help repair neural circuitry in the prefrontal cortex and hippocampus, which get damaged as a result of depression.