Psychology & Psychiatry
Study finds that psychopaths remain just as bad, or worse, as they age
Anyone waiting for a sociopath to grow up or calm down should give up; they will not change, a new study has revealed.
May 17, 2022
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Researchers look into little known 'purging disorder'
Though purging is often a condition associated with bulimia nervosa, new research at Ohio University suggests that a different kind of eating disorder could also be responsible.
Apr 29, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Talk therapy may alleviate depression and improve quality of life for people with dementia
Feelings of anxiety and depression are common in people living with dementia and mild cognitive impairment, but the best way to treat these symptoms is currently unknown, as medicines often used to treat these symptoms may ...
Apr 26, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
When severe infection causes long-term mood disorders: Researchers identify promising treatment path
The brain is able to detect and regulate localized or systemic inflammation by using two communication pathways. The first, humoral, makes use of specific brain structures that enable circulating inflammatory mediators to ...
Apr 19, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Have an eating disorder? Know your treatment options
If you have an eating disorder, it's important to know the treatment options, Mayo Clinic experts say.
Apr 19, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Machine learning predicts conduct disorder in kids
Conduct disorder (CD) is a common yet complex psychiatric disorder featuring aggressive and destructive behavior. Factors contributing to the development of CD span biological, psychological and social domains. Researchers ...
Apr 12, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Where our thoughts come from: How microemotions affect spontaneous thought
Our thoughts are like a private theater, and as such they can fascinate us. They are sometimes unpredictable and sometimes on cue. They can surprise us, stimulate us, move us to action and sometimes to tears. As much as thoughts ...
Mar 29, 2022
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Neuroscience
1 in 4 children who have suffered a minor head injury are liable to suffer from chronic post-concussion syndrome
A new study by Tel Aviv University, Kaplan Medical Center and Shamir Medical Center (Assaf Harofeh) found that one in four children (25.3%) who have been discharged from the emergency room after a mild head injury are misdiagnosed ...
Mar 23, 2022
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Stress can cause heart attacks. Could tackling workplace bullying save lives?
The sad passing of Kimberley Kitching and Shane Warne (both 52) from suspected cardiac conditions has put a spotlight on the causes of heart disease.
Mar 21, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Think therapy is navel-gazing? Think again
Midway through a recent lecture about my psychology research, a bright graduate student voiced a familiar question.
Feb 23, 2022
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