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Anger Often Overlooked as Feature of Postnatal Mood Disorder

Neuroscience NewsJune 26, 2018

A new study reveals anger appears to be a significant feature of postnatal mood disorder. Researchers recommend doctors screen for anger, in addition to depression and anxiety during the postpartum period.... Read More...

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Could Playing Fortnite Lead to Video Game Addiction? The WHO Says Yes, But Others Disagree

Neuroscience NewsJune 24, 2018

Despite the WHO recently recognizing 'gaming disorder', researchers say only 1% of gamers may fit the criteria for diagnosis. A new paper looks at the positive, and negative, implications of gaming.... Read More...

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Ketamine Acts Fast to Treat Depression and Its Effects Last, But How?

Neuroscience NewsJune 22, 2018

Researchers explore the mechanisms behind ketamine's effectiveness at treating depression. The study reports the long lasting effects of ketamine may be due to G proteins timing in moving back to lipid rafts.... Read More...

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Suicide Nation: What’s Behind the Need to Numb and Seek Final Escape?

Neuroscience NewsJune 22, 2018

Researchers look at why suicide rates may be on the rise in the US, finding suicidality may be more than simply a mental health issue.... Read More...

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WHO ‘Gaming Disorder’ Classification Opens Door for Treatment

Neuroscience NewsJune 19, 2018

Researchers say the WHO's decision to classify video game addiction as a mental health disorder will allow people to receive specialized help for the condition.... Read More...

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Mild Problem Solving Tasks Improve Brain Function After Concussion

Neuroscience NewsJune 19, 2018

A new study reports performing a simple cognitive task four days after a concussion can help activate brain areas that improve memory function and can guard against the psychological affects of brain injury.... Read More...

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Why Being Left Handed Matters for Mental Health

Neuroscience NewsJune 18, 2018

Researchers believe some treatments for mental health conditions may be ineffective, or even dangerous for left handed people. A new study reports areas of the brain housing alertness and determination may be on the right side for left dominant people. The new theory suggests the location of a person's neural system for emotion depends on their handedness. ... Read More...

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Rare Genetic Mutation May Give Insight into How the Brain is Wired

Neuroscience NewsJune 18, 2018

A family with a rare genetic mutation are helping researchers answer important questions about how the human brain is wired. The family, who share an altered copy of the DCC gene, have less connectivity between areas where dopamine neurons originate and their target sites.... Read More...

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Risk of Burnout Can Be Estimated by Analyzing Saliva Samples

Neuroscience NewsJune 15, 2018

Researchers report a simple saliva test that measures cortisol levels at specific times of the day, can identify those at risk of stress and depression.... Read More...

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Early Birds Less Prone to Depression

Neuroscience NewsJune 14, 2018

A new study reports middle aged people who are early risers have a lower risk of developing depression.... Read More...

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One-Third of US Adults May Unknowingly Use Medications that Can Cause Depression

Neuroscience NewsJune 12, 2018

Researchers say almost one third of Americans are unknowingly taking medications that can increase depression and suicide risks.... Read More...

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Protein’s Role in Mediating Brain’s Response to Stress Identified

Neuroscience NewsJune 12, 2018

Researchers have identified the role Klf9 plays in the brain's response to stress. The study reports elevated levels of the protein were discovered in the hippocampus of women with MDD who faced stressful events.... Read More...

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The Psychology of Roller Coasters

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Fat Consumption is the Only Cause of Weight Gain

The Psychology of Roller Coasters

The VIPs of the Nervous System

Neurology

Researchers Trace Parkinson’s Damage in the Heart

Higher Blood Pressure May Be Linked to Alzheimer’s

Researchers Trigger Hot Flashes in Male and Female Mice

AI

Big Data Analysis Identifies New Cancer Risk Genes

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Machine Learning Helps Predict Treatment Outcomes in Schizophrenia

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Psychology

The Psychology of Roller Coasters

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depression

Anger Often Overlooked as Feature of Postnatal Mood Disorder

Ketamine Acts Fast to Treat Depression and Its Effects Last, But How?

Suicide Nation: What’s Behind the Need to Numb and Seek Final Escape?

Mild Problem Solving Tasks Improve Brain Function After Concussion

Why Being Left Handed Matters for Mental Health

Rare Genetic Mutation May Give Insight into How the Brain is Wired

Risk of Burnout Can Be Estimated by Analyzing Saliva Samples

Early Birds Less Prone to Depression

One-Third of US Adults May Unknowingly Use Medications that Can Cause Depression

Protein’s Role in Mediating Brain’s Response to Stress Identified