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Featured Neuroscience

·September 20, 2016·2 min read

International Brain Initiative Launch and VIP Dialog: Towards an International Brain Station

The United States, in collaboration with other nations and the UN Conference on Trade and Development, has announced the launch of an International Brain Initiative.

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Featured Psychology

·September 20, 2016·4 min read

Suppressing Schizophrenia Symptoms Without Side Effects: Mouse Study

A new study reports researchers have discovered a mechanism that helps explain how compounds they’re developing can suppress schizophrenia-like symptoms in mice without side effects.

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Featured Genetics Psychology

·September 20, 2016·5 min read

Loneliness is a Heritable Trait

According to a new study, the risk for feeling lonely is partially due to genetics and these genes are also associated with neuroticism and depression.

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Featured Psychology

·September 9, 2016·4 min read

Social Connectedness Can Increase Suicide Risk

A new study reports a higher degree of social connectedness along with a homogeneous culture in a community can increase teen suicide risks.

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Featured Genetics Psychology

·September 2, 2016·4 min read

Common Genetic Variant Regulates the Mental Health Benefits of Exercise

Researchers report physical exercise failed to promote antidepressant-like effects in mice genetically engineered to express a human genetic variation in the gene BDNF.

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Featured Psychology

·August 29, 2016·4 min read

Study Examines PTSD and Cognitive Impairment in World Trade Center Responders

A new study of 9/11 first responders helps confirm the link between cognitive impairment and PTSD.

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Featured Psychology

·August 24, 2016·3 min read

Disrupted Sleep Patterns May Lead to Increased Suicide Risk

A new study reports on a link between sleep problems and suicidal thoughts.

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Featured Psychology

·August 15, 2016·6 min read

1 in 3 Former ICU Patients Show Symptoms of Depression

Researchers reveal almost one in three people discharged from hospital ICUs have persistent symptoms of depression.

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Featured Open Neuroscience Articles Psychology

·August 12, 2016·4 min read

Exercise May Help Tackle Symptoms of Schizophrenia

According to a new study, aerobic exercise can help improve brain function in people with schizophrenia.

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Featured Psychology

·August 10, 2016·2 min read

Researchers Seek New Form of Antidepressant

Researchers are embarking on a new project to develop more effective treatments for depression.

Featured Open Neuroscience Articles Psychology

·August 9, 2016·4 min read

Reduced Activity of Important Enzyme Identified Among Suicidal Patients

According to a new study, researchers have discovered suicidal patients have reduced activity of an enzyme that regulates inflammation.

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Featured Open Neuroscience Articles Psychology

·August 9, 2016·3 min read

In Search of Neurobiological Factors for Schizophrenia

Researchers find no appreciable differences between the hippocampi of those at high risk for developing schizophrenia and those with the disorder.

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