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Could an “Exercise Pill” Fight Depression? Scientists Want To Find Out
15+ hour, 30+ min ago (270+ words) Exercise can powerfully influence the brain, but what if the same biological signals could be activated without physical movement? Many people recognize the clear-headed feeling that follows a run or an intense workout. Scientific studies support this experience. Research shows…...
This 5-Day Brain Treatment Is Giving People With Depression New Hope
6+ day, 20+ hour ago (268+ words) TMS is a well-established therapy for treatment-resistant depression. Large clinical studies show that it significantly reduces symptoms in 60 to 70% of patients, and 25 to 35% achieve remission. Most insurance plans cover the treatment. The study, published in the Journal of Affective Disorders,…...
Scientists Find Brain Circuit That Locks Alcohol Users in Addiction Cycle
5+ mon, 2+ week ago (685+ words) Researchers at Scripps Research have shown in an animal model that the brain learns to pursue alcohol as a way to find relief, rather than only for its rewarding effects. What drives a person to keep drinking alcohol despite the…...
Brain Cells Behind Depression Identified for the First Time
5+ mon, 2+ week ago (308+ words) Research on rare post-mortem brain tissue shows changes in gene activity, offering new insight into the biological basis of depression. Researchers from McGill University and the Douglas Institute have discovered two distinct types of brain cells that show alterations in…...
Stanford Study Uncovers Major Flaw in How U.S. Doctors Treat ADHD in Young Children
5+ mon, 4+ week ago (781+ words) A study shows that many preschoolers with ADHD are prescribed medication too soon, contrary to pediatric guidelines recommending behavioral therapy first. A new study led by Stanford Medicine reveals that many preschool-aged children diagnosed with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder are…...
Cannabis for Anxiety? Why It May Make Things Worse
6+ mon, 1+ week ago (869+ words) New research shows that self-medicating with cannabis can lead to higher paranoia, anxiety, and depression'especially for those with childhood trauma. Recreational users face fewer risks, but those coping with pain or distress tend to consume more THC and struggle more…...
High-Potency Cannabis Linked to Schizophrenia, Psychosis, and More, Review Finds
6+ mon, 2+ week ago (207+ words) A new systematic review has examined how cannabis products with high levels of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) are linked to mental health outcomes. The analysis revealed that products with elevated THC concentrations are tied to negative effects on mental health, especially…...