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·July 12, 2016·4 min read

Suicide Rate is 22 Percent Higher in People with Epilepsy Than the General Population

According to a new study released by the CDC, suicide rates among people with epilepsy are 22 percent higher than in the general population.

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·July 7, 2016·4 min read

Brain Inflammation Linked to Depression in Multiple Sclerosis

A new study links hippocampal inflammation in multiple sclerosis with an increased risk of developing depression.

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·July 5, 2016·5 min read

Examining Freud’s Theory of Hysteria

A new study reports stressors around the time of onset of conversion disorders could be relevant for some patients.

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·June 28, 2016·4 min read

Helicopter Parents: Hovering May Have Effect as Kids Transition to Adulthood

Helicopter parenting can lead to an increased risk for anxiety, depression and other health issues for young adults, a new study reports.

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·June 28, 2016·4 min read

Early Screening Spots Emergency Workers at Greater Risk of Mental Illness

A new study of trainee paramedics concludes those most likely to suffer from PTSD or major depression later in their carriers can be spotted during the first week of training.

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·June 27, 2016·6 min read

Rare Inherited Mutations Linked to Bipolar Disorder

Researchers have identified 84 potential inherited gene mutations that may contribute to the most severe forms of bipolar disorder.

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·June 24, 2016·4 min read

Connecting Discrimination and Thoughts of Death Among African Americans

A new study reports on a link between racial discrimination and suicidal ideation within the African American community.

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·June 23, 2016·5 min read

Precise Control of Brain Circuits Alters Mood: Mouse Study

Researchers have singled and taken control of a circuit in mouse brains in order to dial the animal's mood up or down.

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·June 23, 2016·4 min read

Human Brain Houses Diverse Populations of Neurons

Researchers have developed a scalable method to identify different subtypes of neurons in the brain.

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·June 17, 2016·5 min read

Blood Test Can Help Personalize Depression Treatments

A new blood test can accurately predict whether a person will respond to common antidepressants.

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·June 17, 2016·4 min read

Antidepressant Drug Enhance Feelings of Control in Depression

A new study reports the way antidepressants affect learning about control and helplessness could explain why the therapeutic effects take time, as well as why their effectiveness differs among people.