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Common antidepressant may not reduce depression symptoms, but does reduce anxiety

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 20, 2019

Sertraline (Zoloft), a commonly prescribed SSRI antidepressant, may not be as effective at treating depression within 6 weeks as previously thought. However, the drug is effective for treating anxiety symptoms. ... Read More...

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How gut bacteria negatively influences serotonin and blood sugar levels

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 17, 2019

A new study shows how the microbiome communicates with cells producing serotonin to influence blood sugar levels. The microbiome can worsen metabolism by signaling to cells in the gut that produce serotonin. This drives up serotonin levels. The rise in blood serotonin levels causes metabolic problems.... Read More...

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How serotonin and a popular anti-depressant affect the gut’s microbiota

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 6, 2019

Serotonin and SSRIs like Prozac can have a major effect on gut bacteria. When exposed to serotonin, specific gut bacteria grew to higher levels. However, when exposed to SSRIs, the bacterium grew to much lower levels in mouse models.... Read More...

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Serotonin may be a biomarker for breathing interruptions following seizures

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 4, 2019

Researchers say serotonin, a chemical commonly associated with mood regulation, may play in breathing problems associated with epileptic seizures. Those who had higher levels of serotonin following a seizure than before the event were less likely to experience interrupted breathing. ... Read More...

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Highest-resolution human brain ‘parts list’ to date lays road map to better treatments

Neuroscience NewsAugust 25, 2019

Researchers have created the most comprehensive 'parts list' of the human brain to date. They uncovered crucial differences between human and mouse brain cells. The findings may explain why many drugs used in research do not work in human models.... Read More...

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Cannabidiol reduces aggressiveness

Neuroscience NewsJuly 29, 2019

Cannabidiol (CBD) can inhibit aggressiveness associated with social isolation, a new mouse model study reveals.... Read More...

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Red wine compound shows promise for treating depression and anxiety

Neuroscience NewsJuly 26, 2019

Resveratrol, a compound found in red wine, may help to combat depression and anxiety. The compound inhibits PDE4, an enzyme induced bt excessive amounts of corticosterone, which causes depression-like symptoms in mouse models. ... Read More...

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Science of microdosing psychedelics remains patchy and anecdotal

Neuroscience NewsJuly 15, 2019

While many people report microdosing is beneficial to their mental wellbeing, researchers say more research needs to be conducted to evaluate the psychological and health implications of taking low-dose psychedelics.... Read More...

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How a popular antidepressant drug could rewire the brain

Neuroscience NewsJuly 10, 2019

Fluoxetine rearranges nerve fibers in the hippocampus of mice, a new study reports. ... Read More...

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Research shows that drinking Matcha tea can reduce anxiety

Neuroscience NewsJuly 9, 2019

Matcha tea can help reduce anxiety, a new study reports. Mice given Match extract showed a reduction in anxious behaviors. The calming effects are a result of Matcha activating dopamine and serotonin receptors.... Read More...

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Genetic variation linked to response to anxiety could inform personalized therapies

Neuroscience NewsJuly 2, 2019

A study of marmoset monkeys reveals a genetic variation of the SLC6A4 repeat region may contribute to anxiety via neurochemical changes in brain areas associated with emotional processing.... Read More...

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Ack! I need chocolate! The science of PMS food cravings

Neuroscience NewsJune 28, 2019

From comfort eating to hormonal levels contributing to a desire for sweets, many studies have investigated why women with PMS often crave certain foods. Researchers explore why food cravings may occur, and what can be done to suppress them for women with premenstrual syndrome.... Read More...

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Common antidepressant may not reduce depression symptoms, but does reduce anxiety

How gut bacteria negatively influences serotonin and blood sugar levels

How serotonin and a popular anti-depressant affect the gut’s microbiota

Serotonin may be a biomarker for breathing interruptions following seizures

Highest-resolution human brain ‘parts list’ to date lays road map to better treatments

Red wine compound shows promise for treating depression and anxiety

Science of microdosing psychedelics remains patchy and anecdotal

How a popular antidepressant drug could rewire the brain

Research shows that drinking Matcha tea can reduce anxiety

Genetic variation linked to response to anxiety could inform personalized therapies

Ack! I need chocolate! The science of PMS food cravings