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Shared Genetics May Shape Treatment Options for Certain Brain Disorders

Neuroscience NewsJune 20, 2018

Researchers report common symptoms of bipolar depression and schizophrenia, such as depression, psychosis and mania, have shared and distinguished genetic risk factors. The findings could help with the development of more effective therapies for these neuropsychological disorders.... Read More...

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Genes Associated with Infantile Forms of Schizophrenia Identified

Neuroscience NewsJune 19, 2018

Researchers have identified gene mutations responsible for childhood onset schizophrenia. ... Read More...

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Female Genital Mutilation Increases Mental Health Risks and Alters Stress Reactions

Neuroscience NewsJune 13, 2018

Researchers report female genital mutilation not only increases mental health risks, but also affects the way women's bodies cope with stress. In women subjected to FGM, cortisol levels were increased, researchers report.... Read More...

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Cannabis Does Not Increase Suicidal Behavior in Psychiatric Patients

Neuroscience NewsJune 13, 2018

A new study contradicts existing data, finding there is no significant link between cannabis use and suicidal behavior in people with mental health disorders.... Read More...

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Celebrity Suicides Bring Issue to the Forefront

Neuroscience NewsJune 9, 2018

In light of recent news about the suicides of Anthony Bourdain and Kate Spade, it is important to shed light on suicidality and provide help for those at risk.... Read More...

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How Depression Affects Your Thinking Skills

Neuroscience NewsJune 9, 2018

Typically, many people associate depression with feelings of sadness or despair. However, depression can also affect your cognitive abilities and memory. A new paper reviews the impact depression has on cognitive function and considers therapy options to help improve these often overlooked symptoms of the disorder. ... Read More...

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Does Stabilizing Female Hormones Help Lower Suicide Risk?

Neuroscience NewsJune 4, 2018

Researchers have received funding to help determine if stabilizing progesterone and estradiol will help to reduce suicidality in females at risk of suicide.... Read More...

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Placenta May Be Missing Link in Schizophrenia

Neuroscience NewsMay 28, 2018

A new study reveals, in combination to genetics and environmental factors, placenta health during fetal development may play a role in schizophrenia. Researchers report genes associated with schizophrenia may turn on in the placenta during complicated pregnancies.... Read More...

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Schizophrenics’ Blood Has More Genetic Material From Microbes

Neuroscience NewsMay 22, 2018

A new study reports blood samples taken from those with Schizophrenia contain genetic material from more types of microbes than people without the condition. Additionally, the blood samples contained less CD8+ memory T cells. ... Read More...

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Cell Types Underlying Schizophrenia Identified

Neuroscience NewsMay 21, 2018

Researchers have identified different neuron types and provided a new list of genes associated with schizophrenia. The findings could pave the way for developing new targeted therapies to treat the condition.... Read More...

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Researchers Find Clues to Treating Psychosis

Neuroscience NewsMay 16, 2018

A new study reveals fMRI imaging and behavioral measures could be biomarkers for predicting those at risk of developing psychosis. Researchers report people at risk of psychosis have problems in activating the striatum when they receive feedback based learning.... Read More...

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Schizophrenia Affects Your Body, Not Just Your Brain

Neuroscience NewsMay 12, 2018

Researchers say schizophrenia should not be considered to be just a disorder of the mind, as schizophrenia can also impact other organs. A new study reveals people with schizophrenia often have an over active immune system and other physical disorders.... Read More...

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Autism Risk Determined by Health of Mother’s Gut

Neurons Can Carry More Than One Signal at a Time

The Scent of Coffee Appears to Boost Math Performance

Neuroscience

Autism Risk Determined by Health of Mother’s Gut

Neurons Can Carry More Than One Signal at a Time

The Scent of Coffee Appears to Boost Math Performance

Neurology

Researchers Trace Parkinson’s Damage in the Heart

Higher Blood Pressure May Be Linked to Alzheimer’s

Researchers Trigger Hot Flashes in Male and Female Mice

AI

Big Data Analysis Identifies New Cancer Risk Genes

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Machine Learning Helps Predict Treatment Outcomes in Schizophrenia

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Robotic Bloodhound Tracks Odors on the Ground

Psychology

The Psychology of Roller Coasters

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psychiatry

Shared Genetics May Shape Treatment Options for Certain Brain Disorders

Genes Associated with Infantile Forms of Schizophrenia Identified

Female Genital Mutilation Increases Mental Health Risks and Alters Stress Reactions

Cannabis Does Not Increase Suicidal Behavior in Psychiatric Patients

Celebrity Suicides Bring Issue to the Forefront

How Depression Affects Your Thinking Skills

Does Stabilizing Female Hormones Help Lower Suicide Risk?

Placenta May Be Missing Link in Schizophrenia

Schizophrenics’ Blood Has More Genetic Material From Microbes

Cell Types Underlying Schizophrenia Identified

Researchers Find Clues to Treating Psychosis

Schizophrenia Affects Your Body, Not Just Your Brain