Neuroscience researchers from Tufts identify potential target for drug therapy for wide range of disorders associated with stress Neuroscience researchers... Read More
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Scientists have laid bare a novel molecular mechanism responsible for the major depression symptom, anhedonia, the loss of the ability to experience pleasure. The brain circuit involved in this newly elucidated pathway is largely identical between rodents and humans, upping the odds that the findings point toward new therapies for depression and other disorders. Additionally, opinion leaders hailed the study’s inventive methodology, saying it may offer a much sounder approach to testing new antidepressants. Read More
Research into two sex hormones released by the testes of male fetuses and boys may help solve the mystery of why autism is much more common in boys than girls. Read More
According to a new study, ovulating women may be more vulnerable to some psychological side effects associated with stressful experiences. The results suggest a monthly window of opportunity that could potentially be targeted in efforts to prevent common mental health problems developing in women. Read More
New research shows the hypothalamus can directly control reproductive functions in rhesus monkeys. The researchers believe it is likely to perform the same actions in human women. Read More
Lactate causes neurons to release more norepinephrine, a new study reports. Read More
New research provides additional insight into how the brain regulates body fat and could help provide more effective methods of weight loss. Read More
Researchers discover female mice can't sense the odor of male mice during the period of sexual inactivity during the reproductive cycle. Read More
Elevated levels of testosterone could help explain why some people embark in unethical behavior, a new study reports. Read More
A new study reports cortisol can reduce cravings for those addicted to heroin. Read More
A new study reports diets high in refined carbohydrates could increase the risk for developing depression in postmenopausal women. Read More
