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Diagram of the treatment of primary cultured astrocytes with amitriptyline activates matrix metalloproteinases.

Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·September 15, 2015·3 min read

Several Antidepressant Classes Increase Early Growth Response in Astrocytes

Findings could help develop new treatments for depression, researchers report.

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·September 4, 2015·4 min read

Common Antidepressant Appears to Alter Brain Structure Differently in Depressed and Non-Depressed People

A new study reports Zoloft, a commonly prescribed antidepressant alters brain structure differently in those who are depressed and those who aren't.

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Featured Neurology Pain

·August 24, 2015·4 min read

Antidepressants Reduce Neuropathic Pain by Altering Signaling Protein Levels in Nucleus Accumbens

Researchers believe the newly understood mechanism could yield insights into more precise future treatments for nerve pain and depression.

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·August 4, 2015·4 min read

Identifying the Benefits and Risks of Antidepressant Use During Pregnancy

According to a new study, pregnant women who take SSRI antidepressants have lower risks of certain pregnancy complications. However, there is an increased risk of neonatal problems associated with mothers who take the medications.

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Featured Neuroscience

·July 3, 2015·4 min read

REM Sleep Converts Waking Experiences into Lasting Memories in Developing Brain

A new study reports on the importance of REM sleep for the developing brain and questions the increasing use of REM disrupting medications in children.

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Featured Open Neuroscience Articles Psychology

·October 20, 2014·4 min read

Rapid Agent Restores Pleasure Seeking Ahead of Other Antidepressant Action

Treatment resistant bipolar disorder patients experienced a reversal of a key symptom 40 minutes after a single infusion of ketamine, a new study reports.

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Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·September 25, 2014·3 min read

Escitalopram Alters Functional Brain Architecture in a Matter of Hours

Researchers report a single dose of a widely prescribed antidepressant causes quantifiable changes in the brain within a matter of hours.

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Autism Featured Psychology

·August 26, 2014·4 min read

Study Calls into Question Link Between Prenatal Antidepressant Exposure and Autism Risk

A new study reports autism risks appear to be attributed to maternal depression during pregnancy, and not antidepressant medications as previously believed.