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
FeaturedMost PopularPsychology·July 13, 2015·4 min readNew Compound Could Treat Depression in Less Than 24 Hours With Few Side EffectsResearchers claim to have identified a new compound that can effectively treat depression in less than 24 hours with minimal side effects.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·February 9, 2015·4 min readSerotonin Deficient Brains More Vulnerable to Social StressAccording to a new study, transgenic mice with serotonin deficiencies are more vulnerable to social stressors that their normal litter-mates.Read More
FeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·December 9, 2014·4 min readNitrous Oxide Shows Potential as Treatment Resistant Depression TherapyA new study reports nitrous oxide is showing promise as an effective treatment for depression.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·September 25, 2014·3 min readEscitalopram Alters Functional Brain Architecture in a Matter of HoursResearchers report a single dose of a widely prescribed antidepressant causes quantifiable changes in the brain within a matter of hours.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·September 5, 2014·3 min readCannabis Prevents the Negative Behavioral and Physiological Effects PTSDResearchers report administering cannabinoids soon after a traumatic event can prevent PTSD-like symptoms in rats.Read More
FeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·December 9, 2013·4 min readA Personal Antidepressant for Every GenomeResearchers discover a gene which may reveal how well a person is likely to respond to SSRI antidepressants.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·September 13, 2013·4 min readResearchers Pinpoint Molecular Path that Makes Antidepressants Act Quicker in Mouse ModelResearchers identify a molecular pathway which accelerates the time taken for antidepressants to work in mouse models.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience BusinessPsychology·July 18, 2013·5 min readBiochemical Mapping Helps Explain Who Will Respond to AntidepressantsResearchers suggest serotonin metabolism in the pineal gland could play a role in the underlying cause of depression. The findings were based on biochemical changes which were seen to be in association with improvements in depression.Read More
