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·November 22, 2016·2 min read

Do Stress and Strain Lead to Deviant Behavior?

A new study considers the extent to which social groups influence younger people to embark on gambling or substance use as a coping strategy.

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·November 21, 2016·4 min read

Working Memory May Play Role in Coping With Negative Events

Researchers report a strong working memory can counter a pessimistic outlook.

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·November 17, 2016·5 min read

Study Points to Gene Based Glitches in Ill Gulf War Veterans

Certain alleles of HLA genes offer protection from Gulf War Illness, a new study reports.

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·November 16, 2016·3 min read

Marijuana Could Help Treat Drug Addiction and Mental Health Problems

According to researchers, using marijuana could help in the treatment of alcoholism and opioid drug abuse, as well as provide relief from symptoms of PTSD, depression and other mental health issues.

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Featured Psychology

·November 16, 2016·3 min read

Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation Shows Promise for Depression Therapy

A new study will investigate the potential of using transcranial direct current stimulation as a treatment for depression.

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·November 15, 2016·4 min read

Depression During Pregnancy Linked to Abnormal Brain Structure in Children

A new study reports of reduced cortical thickness in the offspring of women who suffered from depression both during and after pregnancy.

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·November 14, 2016·6 min read

Brain Training Can Help in Fight Against Dementia: Meta Analysis

According to researchers, brain training apps can help improve mood and memory in people with mild cognitive impairment, but the training loses its effectiveness once dementia has been diagnosed.