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·May 12, 2017·5 min read

Neuroscience Explanations For ‘Alien Abduction’ Aren’t So Out of This World

Researchers provide more real, scientific explanations as to why some people are convinced they have experienced alien encounters.

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·May 9, 2017·4 min read

Underlying Molecular Mechanism of Bipolar Disorder Revealed

Summary: Researchers have discovered the molecular mechanism behind lithium’s effectiveness in treating bipolar disorder. Source: SBP. Findings inform development of...

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·May 8, 2017·4 min read

Genes in Children Linked to Bipolar Disorder and Stress Identified

Researchers report genetic alterations that modulate stress have been identified in children who are at risk of developing bipolar disorder.

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·May 3, 2017·5 min read

Study Reinforces Ketamine’s Reputation as Antidepressant

A new study backs up previous research regarding the effectiveness of ketamine in treating depression. Additionally, researchers identified antidepressant effects in Botox, Diclofenac and Minocycline, drugs commonly used for other purposes.

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·May 2, 2017·6 min read

ECT is Safe and Nothing to Fear

Researchers say fear of electroconvulsive therapy is unfounded, as the treatment is safe and effective. However, the entertainment industry play on people's fears of ECT and continue to show the treatment in a negative light.

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·May 2, 2017·7 min read

Researchers Create a Roadmap of Bipolar Disorder and How It Affects the Brain

Reviewing brain scans of bipolar patients, researchers observe notable differences in the thickness of gray matter in areas of the brain associated with motivation and control inhibition compared to those without the disorder.

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·April 26, 2017·4 min read

Cannabis Use in Teens With Schizophrenia

A new study points to cannabis as a possible trigger for schizophrenia in teens.

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·April 25, 2017·5 min read

Molecular Genetic Evidence of PTSD Heritability

A new study reports molecular genetics can play an influential role in the risk of developing PTSD following a traumatic event.

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·April 13, 2017·4 min read

Mindfulness Just as Effective as CBT for a Broad Range of Psychiatric Symptoms

A new study reports mindfulness group therapy has an equally positive effect for people suffering with depression and anxiety disorders as individual cognitive behavioral therapy.