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·April 4, 2017·8 min read

Study Reverses Thinking on Genetic Link to Depression and Stress

Researchers find no evidence that a serotonin related gene alters the impact stress has on depression.

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·April 3, 2017·5 min read

Stress is a Common Seizure Trigger in Epilepsy

Reducing stress in those with epilepsy may be a beneficial, low risk preventative treatment for seizures, researchers report.

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·March 31, 2017·6 min read

How Slow Breathing Induces Tranquility

Researchers have identified a group of neurons that relay information from the brain's respiratory system to an areas of the brain associated with generating arousal.

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·March 29, 2017·4 min read

Natural Chemical Helps Brain Adapt to Stress

Researchers report deficiencies of natural cannabinoids could result in a predisposition for developing depression and PTSD. Boosting the system could help in treating stress related disorders.

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·March 7, 2017·4 min read

Study Tests ‘Three Hit’ Theory of Autism

A new study reports a genetic predisposition in combination with early life stress appear to be more detrimental to males over females and may produce the social avoidance often associated with autism spectrum disorders.

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·March 6, 2017·6 min read

OCD Patients Have Difficulty Learning When a Stimulus is Safe

A difficulty in learning about the safety of a stimulus may contribute to problems in overcoming compulsive behavior for patients with OCD, a new study reports.

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·February 21, 2017·4 min read

Maths and Maps Make You Nervous? It Could Be in Your Genes

A new study reports our genes play a role in the anxiety some feel when faced with math or navigational problems.

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·February 18, 2017·6 min read

Good Sleep May Promote Positive Experiences and Reduce Conflict

Better quality sleep is linked to improved emotions and fewer stressors the next day, a new study reports.

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·February 15, 2017·4 min read

What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Stronger

Study provides potential new avenues to treat Huntington's disease and other neurodegenerative disorders.

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·February 11, 2017·4 min read

Prebiotics May Help to Cope With Stress

Upping your intake of prebiotics is not only beneficial for your gut bacteria, it may also help to recover normal sleep patterns following a stressful event, a new study reports.

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·February 7, 2017·6 min read

For Cops, Exposure to Stressful Situations Dysregulates Cortisol Pattern

Cortisol functions differently in police officers who have experienced extremely stressful situations while at work. The disturbances to regular cortisol function may leave them more vulnerable to diseases, including cardiovascular disease and diabetes, researchers report.