FeaturedPsychology·April 12, 2016·4 min readEarly Treatment for PTSD Accelerates Recovery But Does Not Sustain ItResearchers report early interventions can help accelerate recovery for PTSD, but results may not be sustained.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·February 28, 2016·4 min readAntidepressant May Improve Cognitive Function in HIV PatientsResearchers report the antidepressant paroxetine suppresses neuroinflammation in improves reaction time in people with HIV associated cognitive impairment.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·February 25, 2016·5 min readVigorous Exercise Boosts Neurotransmitters and May Help Restore Mental HealthA new study focuses on why exercise may be an important tool in treating depression and other disorders linked to GABA or glutamate deficiencies.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·February 1, 2016·3 min readTreating Depression in AlcoholicsResearchers offer hope to alcoholics who find it hard to remain sober due to depression.Read More
AutismFeaturedPsychology·December 14, 2015·5 min readAntidepressant Use During Pregnancy Increases Autism Risk by 87 PercentA new study reports antidepressant use in pregnancy is linked to a significant increase in the risk for the offspring to develop autism.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyPsychology·December 2, 2015·4 min readAntidepressant Appears to Protect Against Compound That Causes DementiaResearchers report that a commonly prescribed antidepressant may also protect against compounds that can cause memory loss and dementia.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsPsychology·November 23, 2015·11 min readTracing the Roots of OCD in People and PetsStudying animal behavior could help with better detection and treatments for OCD.Read More
FeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·October 9, 2015·3 min readSex Reassignment Hormone Treatments Alter Brain ChemistryA new study reports sex hormones taken by those undergoing gender reassignment can alter brain chemistry and increase risk for mood disorders, especially in men transitioning into women.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·September 30, 2015·4 min readGaining Insight Into How a New Class of Antidepressants WorkResearchers explain how a molecular amplification system helps a new class of antidepressants alter brain signaling in specific neurons and how this produces the antidepressant effect.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·September 4, 2015·4 min readCommon Antidepressant Appears to Alter Brain Structure Differently in Depressed and Non-Depressed PeopleA new study reports Zoloft, a commonly prescribed antidepressant alters brain structure differently in those who are depressed and those who aren't.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
FeaturedPsychology·August 4, 2015·4 min readIdentifying the Benefits and Risks of Antidepressant Use During PregnancyAccording to a new study, pregnant women who take SSRI antidepressants have lower risks of certain pregnancy complications. However, there is an increased risk of neonatal problems associated with mothers who take the medications.Read More
