psychology
Test measures analytical thinking linked to depression, fueling the idea that depression may be a form of adaptation
Posted in Medicine on 4th Jan, 2015
by Alex Muller
Depression may actually be an adaptation meant to help people cope with complex problems.
How permanent stress may lead to mental disorders
Posted in Medicine on 24th Nov, 2014
by Alex Muller
Activated through permanent stress, immune cells in the brain can cause changes to the brain, resulting in mental disorders.
Brain scans show cause of seasonal affective disorder
Posted in Medicine on 26th Oct, 2014
by Alex Muller
Scientists say they have identified the underlying reason why some people are prone to the winter blues, or seasonal affective disorder.
Fish oils may prevent some forms of depression
Posted in Featured, Medicine on 4th Oct, 2014
by Alex Muller
Omega-3 fatty acids reduce the rates of depression among patients with high levels of inflammation.
Talk therapy, not medication, best for social anxiety disorder, large study finds
Posted in Medicine on 28th Sep, 2014
by Alex Muller
Research suggests that cognitive behavioral therapy is effective and, unlike medication, can have lasting effects.