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·September 25, 2015·4 min read

Why Men and Women Experience Negative Emotions Differently

A new study reports high testosterone levels is linked to lower sensitivity when faced with negative emotions.

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·September 24, 2015·3 min read

Malaria During Pregnancy Causes Cognitive Defects in Offspring

According to researchers, young mice exposed to malaria while in the uterus had memory impairments and expressed depressive behaviors.

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Featured Genetics Open Neuroscience Articles Psychology

·September 22, 2015·4 min read

SERT Gene Magnifies Psychological Impact of Life Events

A new study reports people with a specific type of gene are more deeply affected by their life experiences. The findings challenge traditional thinking about depression.

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·September 22, 2015·4 min read

CPAP Reduces Depression in Adults with Sleep Apnea

According to a new study, depressive symptoms are common in people with obstructive sleep apnea, and the symptoms can improve when the sleep apnea is treated with CPAP therapy.

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Featured Psychology

·September 21, 2015·4 min read

Unemployment Takes its Toll on Young People’s Mental Health

A new study reports greater vulnerability to mental health problems and higher rates of substance abuse in unemployed young adults.

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Featured Psychology

·September 17, 2015·5 min read

Healthy Eating May Prevent Depression

According to a new study, eating a diet rich in fruits, vegetables and nuts can help reduce the risk of developing depression.

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Featured Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles

·September 16, 2015·4 min read

Spending Time in Nature May Enhance Immune System and Benefit Health

A new study links spending time in nature with better health and enhanced functioning of the immune system.

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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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Featured Psychology

·September 15, 2015·5 min read

Yoga Appears to Reduce Pain and Improve Mood for People with Arthritis

A new study reports people with arthritis who practiced yoga showed a 20 percent improvement in physical health, as well as reduced pain and improved moods.

Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·September 15, 2015·4 min read

New Mouse Brain Map May Provide Clues About the Origins of Mental Illness

Researchers have released a new, highly detailed model of connections in the mouse brain that could provide new insights into the origins of mental illness.