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·July 24, 2017·5 min read

Ketamnine Shows Promise in Treatment of Geriatric Depression

A new study reports ketamine may be a safe and effective method of treating depression in older people. The University of New South Wales study reveals ketamine was well tolerated by those with depression, and repeated treatments led to a higher likelihood of remission.

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·July 20, 2017·4 min read

What Are the Effects of Stopping Psychiatric Medications?

A new study from researchers at UCLA calls for mental health professional to be more helpful to patients wishing to stop psychiatric medications.

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·July 19, 2017·5 min read

Old Antibiotic Could Form New Depression Treatment

Minocycline, a broad-spectrum tetracycline antibiotic, has shown promise in the treatment of depression. Researchers say the antibiotic could help reduce brain inflammation associated with some cases of major depressive disorder. A small study conducted by researchers at Deakin University found those treated with Minocycline reported improved quality of life, reduced anxiety symptoms and a better global impression of their depression.

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·July 10, 2017·5 min read

On-Site Ecstasy Pill Testing Service May Reduce User Risks at Concerts and Raves

Researchers from Johns Hopkins University have found that free ecstasy pill testing at raves and concerts could have a positive impact in preventing some people from using adulterated drugs. The study, researchers say, adds to critical evidence that on site pill testing is a valuable tool for public health and safety.

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·June 21, 2017·3 min read

Why Ketamine Helps Depression

A new study identifies a key protein that helps trigger ketamine's rapid antidepressant effect in the brain.

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·June 21, 2017·5 min read

Serotonin Improves Sociability in Autism: Mouse Study

Researchers link early serotonin deficiency to several symptoms associated with autism spectrum disorder.

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·June 19, 2017·1 min read

Psychiatric Medication Protects Developing Brain From Birth Defects: Mouse Study

Researchers report low daily doses of a drug used for anxiety can help protect the developing brain from the neurodevelopmental side effects of CMV infection.

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·June 5, 2017·6 min read

Cannabis Compound Could Unlock New Cognitive Treatment for Schizophrenia

According to researchers, Cannabidiol, an active compound in cannabis plants, could help to alleviate cognitive impairment in people with schizophrenia.

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·June 4, 2017·5 min read

Low Dose THC Can Relieve Stress But More Does Just the Opposite

A new study reports low doses of THC can help to lower social anxiety and stress, while higher levels can increase anxious feelings.

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·May 26, 2017·12 min read

Century Old Drug Could Help Treat Autism Symptoms

According to researchers, a century old drug originally developed to treat African sleeping sickness shows promise for treating symptoms of autism.

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·May 21, 2017·3 min read

Is Ketamine a Panacea For Depression?

Researchers have identified a mechanism that could help explain how ketamine helps relieve symptoms of depression.

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·May 15, 2017·4 min read

Non-Prescription Use of Ritalin Linked to Adverse Side Effects

Researchers report changes in brain chemistry in people who take the medication Ritalin without it being prescribed to them. Changes impacted body weight, risk taking behaviors and locomotive activity. Additionally, women were more sensitive to the behavioral effects that men.