Neuroscience
Scientists pinpoint how deep brain stimulation eases OCD
(HealthDay)—Deep brain stimulation has helped people with severe obsessive-compulsive disorder, and new research begins to explain why.
Feb 24, 2013
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Nicotine patch shows promise in treating late-life depression
A Vanderbilt University Medical Center pilot study of treating late-life depression in nonsmokers with transdermal nicotine (nicotine patch) has yielded some promising results, but the study's author cautions that more study ...
Sep 7, 2018
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Psychology & Psychiatry
First-ever guidelines for detecting, treating perimenopausal depression
It is well-recognized that women are at increased risk of depression during postpartum when hormone levels are changing, but the risk of depression associated with perimenopause—the time right before menopause when female ...
Sep 5, 2018
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Neuroscience
New study of brain circuits finds key links to symptoms of depression
University of California San Diego scientists have linked specific wiring in the brain to distinct behavioral symptoms of depression.
Jul 17, 2017
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Study sheds light on link between cannabis, anxiety and stress
A molecule produced by the brain that activates the same receptors as marijuana is protective against stress by reducing anxiety-causing connections between two brain regions, Vanderbilt University Medical Center researchers ...
Jan 13, 2020
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Psychology & Psychiatry
EEG can determine if a depressed patient will do better on antidepressants or talk therapy
People react differently to positive events in their lives. For some, a small reward can have a large impact on their mood, while others may get a smaller emotional boost from the same positive event.
Jun 14, 2018
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Medications
Why ketamine is a speedster antidepressant
Ketamine is the speedster of antidepressants, working within hours compared to more common antidepressants that can take several weeks. But ketamine can only be given for a limited amount of time because of its many side ...
Jun 1, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Cells that control hunger affect brain structure and function
The prefrontal cortex region of the human brain is responsible for a range of complex functions from decision-making to certain types of memory. When something goes wrong in this part of the brain, it can be very detrimental ...
Jul 29, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Seasonal affective disorder prevention and treatment
Dear Mayo Clinic: Is seasonal affective disorder considered depression? If so, should I be treated for it year-round even though it comes and goes?
Nov 8, 2016
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Internet therapy apps reduce depression symptoms, study finds
In a sweeping new study, Indiana University psychologists have found that a series of self-guided, internet-based therapy platforms effectively reduce depression.
Dec 7, 2018
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