FeaturedPsychology·April 12, 2016·4 min readEarly Treatment for PTSD Accelerates Recovery But Does Not Sustain ItResearchers report early interventions can help accelerate recovery for PTSD, but results may not be sustained.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·March 3, 2016·7 min readHey Bro! Bromances May Be Good For Male HealthAccording to a new study, 'Bromances' may acutally generate healthy effects, especially in times of mild stress.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·February 3, 2016·4 min readAn Alternative Treatment Target For SchizophreniaA new study suggests that dysregulation in the way two G protein-coupled receptors talk to each other may be responsible for some symptoms of schizophrenia.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·February 1, 2016·3 min readTreating Depression in AlcoholicsResearchers offer hope to alcoholics who find it hard to remain sober due to depression.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·January 26, 2016·3 min readMonoclonal Antibody Shows Promise for Reducing Memory and Learning Problems in SchizophreniaResearchers report a monoclonal antibody that shows promise in the fight against cancer also appears to help reduce learning and memory problems associated with schizophrenia.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·January 12, 2016·3 min readCompound Delivers Antidepressant Effect Within HoursResearchers report those addicted to cocaine may have difficulty controlling their addiction because of a 'back door' into the brain that circumvents their self control.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·December 21, 2015·3 min readBrain Circuits Involved in Ketamine’s Antidepressant Effect IdentifiedNew understanding about ketamine's antidepressant effect could lead to the development of new, safer and quicker ways to treat depression.Read More
Brain CancerFeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·December 10, 2015·1 min readMagic Mushroom Component Reduces Depression and Anxiety in Cancer PatientsStudy suggests that a single dose of psilocybin, the active ingredient of magic mushrooms, may be enough to produce a lasting decrease in depression and anxiety for cancer patients.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·December 10, 2015·2 min readTrippy Networks: How LSD Changes ConsciousnessA new study reports LSD reduces connectivity in brain networks and interferes with patterns of activation which underlie thought and behavior.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·December 8, 2015·1 min readAre You Impulsive? Blame Your GenesAccording to researchers, impulsive behavior is strongly influenced by our genetic makeup.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·November 6, 2015·4 min readBetter Options for Treatment Resistant SchizophreniaA new study reports people with treatment resistant schizophrenia appear to have better outcomes when they are switched to clozapine rather than other antipsychotic medications.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·October 12, 2015·5 min readShort Term Use of Lithium Effective and Safe for Children with Bipolar DisorderAccording to a new study, lithium appears to be safe and effective in treating bipolar disorder in children, at least in the short term.Read More