depression
Serotonin not found to be a major player in depression
Posted in Science on 30th Aug, 2014
by Alex Muller
New evidence puts into doubt the long-standing belief that a deficiency in serotonin, a chemical messenger in the brain, plays a central role in depression.
Scientists Discover Area of Brain Responsible for Exercise Motivation
Posted in Science on 27th Aug, 2014
by Alex Muller
Scientists have discovered an area of the brain that could control a persons motivation to exercise, potentially leading to improved treatments for depression.
Depression 'more common' in early Parkinson's
Posted in Science on 18th Aug, 2014
by Alex Muller
Depression and anxiety are twice as common in people newly-diagnosed with Parkinson's disease compared with the general population, research suggests.
Depression Is a Risk Factor for Dementia, New Research Says
Posted in Medicine on 1st Aug, 2014
by Alex Muller
The two have been linked before, but the new study says depression may be an independent risk factor for the disease.
Pea-sized brain hub could shed light on depression
Posted in Medicine on 30th Jul, 2014
by Alex Muller
Scientists say a part of the brain, smaller than a pea, triggers the instinctive feeling that something bad is about to happen.