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·August 17, 2015·5 min read

Retrieving Hidden Traumatic Memories

According to a new study, researchers have discovered a mechanism in the brain which can restore stress related and unconscious memories.

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·August 11, 2015·6 min read

Brain Scans Can Predict Success of Treatment for Social Anxiety Disorder

According to a new study, brain scans may be able to predict how well a person with social anxiety disorder will respond to specific treatments.

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·August 10, 2015·5 min read

Higher Risk of Heart Disease in Depressed Teens

A study reports teens with depression have a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease.

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·August 6, 2015·4 min read

Growing Human Serotonin Neurons in a Petri Dish

Researchers have successfully generated human serotonin neurons from human fibroblasts.

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·August 5, 2015·4 min read

Refined Carbohydrates Linked to Increased Risk of Depression in Postmenopausal Women

A new study reports diets high in refined carbohydrates could increase the risk for developing depression in postmenopausal women.

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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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·July 31, 2015·4 min read

Over-Active Glutamate Receptor Gene in Females with Depression

According to a new study, postmortem brain tissue from females who suffered from depression had abnormally high expression levels of a number of genes which regulate the glutamate system.

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·July 28, 2015·3 min read

Researchers Find Link Between Gut Bacteria and Depression

According to a new study, gut bacteria plays an important role in inducing depression and anxiety, even in early life.

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·July 24, 2015·4 min read

The Role the Brain Plays in Stress Induced Anxiety

Findings could help researchers develop new treatments for stressed induced anxiety and other disorders.

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·July 22, 2015·5 min read

PTSD Symptoms Still Apparent in Some Vietnam War Veterans 40 Years On

The study also found coexisting major depression in almost 40 percent of veterans with current war zone PTSD.

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·July 21, 2015·4 min read

Fewer Side Effects With New Treatment for Severe Depression

A new study reports ultra brief pulse stimulation is almost as effective as standard ECT, but with fewer side effects, for the treatment of severe depression.