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·July 30, 2021·3 min read

Olfactory Sensitivity Show Postpartum Depression is Different to Major Depression

Women with postpartum depression report normal olfactory sensitivity, while those who are genetically predisposed to major depressive disorder have decreased olfactory sensitivity.

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·July 17, 2021·3 min read

Hope For Psychosis Sufferers

A new model of schizophrenia opens the door to a better understanding of, and therapeutic options for brain dysfunction that is at the root of psychosis.

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·December 5, 2020·4 min read

Missing Link Between Stress and Infertility Identified

RFRP neurons near the base of the brain become active in stressful situations and suppress the reproductive system.

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·December 20, 2019·3 min read

Emotion concepts are not the same worldwide

Study reveals substantial variations in how different languages conceptualize emotions. The findings challenge assumptions about the universal nature of emotional semantics.

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·September 30, 2019·3 min read

Study identifies psychology of attraction to religious deities and super-heroes

A new 'god' template distinguishes between religious and secular supernatural beings by exploring the attributes people associate with them. Religious figures were considered to be more helpful and more ambiguous in their abilities. Superheroes were considered to be less ambivalent. The findings suggest religious figures are psychologically attractive because people are more motivated to believe in them.

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·August 20, 2019·4 min read

Micronutrients affect gut bacteria associated with ADHD in small but promising study

A small-scale study found children with ADHD who took micronutrients had lower levels of gut bacteria previously linked to the disorder, and a healthier range of overall microbiota. The study indicates micronutrient supplements could be a safe therapy for those with ADHD. Researchers stress further research is needed.

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·August 8, 2019·2 min read

Positive effect of music and dance on dementia proven

Participating in musical and dance activities improve the quality of life for older adults with dementia after just six sessions.

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·April 16, 2018·3 min read

Raw Fruits and Veg Provide Better Mental Health Outcomes

A new study reveals a positive link between better mental health and consuming raw fruits and vegetables.

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·November 22, 2017·3 min read

Link Between Infection and Schizophrenia Symptoms Discovered

University of Otago researchers report children have an increased risk of developing cognitive deficits linked to schizophrenia if their mother's immune system was activated as a result of infection during pregnancy.