FeaturedPsychology·September 1, 2015·4 min readSeverity of PTSD Could Be Predicted by Specific GeneThe gene SKA2 appears to predict more severe PTSD symptoms, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyPsychology·September 1, 2015·5 min readBlocking Memory Pathway Could Prevent PTSDA new study reports that serotonin promotes the consolidation of traumatic memories following stress events. Additionally, SSRI medications which are commonly prescribed for PTSD may make the condition worse by enhancing the effects of serotonin.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·August 25, 2015·3 min readInheriting Trauma: Holocaust Survivors Pass Trauma to Their Children’s GenesA new study reports preconception trauma can result in the transmission of epigenetic changes from the parent to children.Read More
Auditory NeuroscienceFeaturedNeuroscience·August 24, 2015·4 min readExposure to Sudden Sounds and Brief Trauma Results in Lasting MemoriesAccording to a new study, brief exposure to mild trauma or sudden sounds can permanently alter neural networks and form long lasting memories.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·August 18, 2015·4 min readHuman Brain in Dish May Accelerate Study of Alzheimer’s and Other DisordersUsing adult human skin cells, researchers have developed an almost complete human brain in a dish that is equal in maturity to that of a 5 week old fetus.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·August 17, 2015·5 min readRetrieving Hidden Traumatic MemoriesAccording to a new study, researchers have discovered a mechanism in the brain which can restore stress related and unconscious memories.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·August 14, 2015·4 min readNew Hope of Better Treatments For Alzheimer’s Disease Thanks to ‘Brainy’ MiceA new study reports that in behavioral tests, PDE4B inhibited mice showed enhanced cognitive abilities. The findings could help researchers develop new treatments for cognitive disorders.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience VideosPsychology·August 14, 2015·2 min readPuppy Power: Using Puppies to Help Veterans with PTSDA new program is training puppies to help veterans suffering from PTSD.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·August 4, 2015·2 min readMemory Permanence May Be Mediated by Neural Rehearsal Following LearningAccording to researchers, electrical activity in the brain may be a primary factor in memory permanence.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·July 24, 2015·4 min readCombat Veterans PTSD Symptoms Helped With Attention Controlled Video GamesNew studies report that a computerized attention control training program can reduce the effects of PTSD in combat veterans.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·July 22, 2015·5 min readPTSD Symptoms Still Apparent in Some Vietnam War Veterans 40 Years OnThe study also found coexisting major depression in almost 40 percent of veterans with current war zone PTSD.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·July 1, 2015·3 min readCortisol Reinforces Traumatic MemoriesAccording to a new study, cortisol strengthens traumatic memories, both when the memory is formed and when it is reconsolidated.Read More
