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·May 24, 2017·4 min read

How Listening to Music in a Group Influences Depression

Researchers investigate why listening to music socially has benefits, and when it my amplify negative emotions.

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·May 23, 2017·3 min read

Depression Risk Following Natural Disaster Can Be Predicted By Pupil Dilation

A new study reveals a person's pupil dilation may give hints as to their risk of developing depression following a natural disaster.

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·May 22, 2017·3 min read

Sleep Disorders Affect Men and Women Differently

Study reveals women who experience difficulties sleeping are more likely to feel tired and depressed than men.

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·May 21, 2017·5 min read

Why Bad Moods Can Be Good For You

Researchers say bad moods and sadness can be a useful and adaptive part of life, making it easier for us to cope with everyday situations and challenges.

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·May 18, 2017·3 min read

Social Environment and Hippocampal Volume Affect Adolescent Depression

Larger hippocampal volume in combination with how safe teens feel in their community environments contribute to how depressed they feel, a new study reports.

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·May 15, 2017·4 min read

Potential Risk of Common Multiple Sclerosis Treatment Discovered

Researchers detail possible adverse reactions, from stroke to depression, for a common medication given to help treat multiple sclerosis.

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·May 15, 2017·6 min read

Psychedelics in The Lab and Clinic – Making Up For Lost Time

Used in a controlled psychotherapy setting, psychedelics have the potential to treat psychiatric treatments that do not respond to conventional medications, researchers argue.

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·May 14, 2017·5 min read

Why Facebook May Fuel New Mothers’ Insecurity

A new report addresses who social media participation can make new moms feel insecure.

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·May 10, 2017·3 min read

Tai Chi Relieves Insomnia in Breast Cancer Survivors

According to researchers, Tai Chi not only improves sleep health and reduces insomnia in breast cancer survivors, it also reduces depression and fatigue symptoms.

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·May 9, 2017·4 min read

Underlying Molecular Mechanism of Bipolar Disorder Revealed

Summary: Researchers have discovered the molecular mechanism behind lithium’s effectiveness in treating bipolar disorder. Source: SBP. Findings inform development of...

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·May 3, 2017·5 min read

Study Reinforces Ketamine’s Reputation as Antidepressant

A new study backs up previous research regarding the effectiveness of ketamine in treating depression. Additionally, researchers identified antidepressant effects in Botox, Diclofenac and Minocycline, drugs commonly used for other purposes.

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·May 2, 2017·6 min read

ECT is Safe and Nothing to Fear

Researchers say fear of electroconvulsive therapy is unfounded, as the treatment is safe and effective. However, the entertainment industry play on people's fears of ECT and continue to show the treatment in a negative light.