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Psychedelic drugs could help mental health patients recover from their symptoms

The altered state of consciousness and temporary lack of ego that results from using psychedelic drugs could help some mental health patients recover from their symptoms, according to academics at the University of Adelaide.

8 Aug 2017

Study finds brains of women to be more active than men

In the largest functional brain imaging study to date, the Amen Clinics (Newport Beach, CA) compared 46,034 brain SPECT (single photon emission computed tomography) imaging studies provided by nine clinics, quantifying differences between the brains of men and women.

7 Aug 2017

Specific drug regimen taken prior to surgery reduces risk of cancer recurrence, study finds

Most cancer-related deaths are the result of post-surgical metastatic recurrence. In metastasis, cells of primary tumors travel to other parts of the body, where they often proliferate into inoperable, ultimately fatal growths.

7 Aug 2017

Molecular tests that detect drug-resistant TB may become faster alternative to traditional testing

Novel molecular tests are gaining popularity as a rapid way to detect genetic mutations that render tuberculosis impervious to drugs. Yet, how well these new tests fare in gauging risk of actual drug failure and patient death has remained unclear.

4 Aug 2017

Mindfulness program can help athletes, coaches develop mental edge and improve performance

When it comes to success in sports, coaches and athletes understand that there's a mental component, but many don't have an understanding of how to prepare psychologically.

4 Aug 2017

UAMS scientists awarded $422,610 NSF grant to study regulation of emotion

A team of University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences research scientists recently received a $422,610 grant from the National Science Foundation to study the mechanisms of control of emotional responses of men and women using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI).

3 Aug 2017

Yoga appears to lessen symptoms of depression

People who suffer from depression may want to look to yoga as a complement to traditional therapies as the practice appears to lessen symptoms of the disorder, according to studies presented at the 125th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association.

3 Aug 2017

Animal robots could bring positive benefits for people with dementia, Griffith study shows

Using animal robots in the care of people with dementia has a modest but significant benefit, a new Griffith University study has revealed.

3 Aug 2017

Five things that parents should know about pediatric eye surgery requiring anesthesia

Healthy eyes play an important role in a child's development, and sometimes more than just a new pair of glasses may be required.

1 Aug 2017

Burn injuries may be preventable through increased access to high-quality mental health care

In a new study examining the relationship between mental health and burn injury, researchers note that burn injuries may be preventable through increased access to high-quality mental health care.

31 Jul 2017

Ultra-sensitive C. difficile toxin assay may be critical tool for improving diagnosis of infectious disease

Findings presented at the American Society for Microbiology's ASM Microbe conference show that the ultra-sensitive Clostridium difficile toxin A/B assay in development for use on the Sgx Clarity™ system offers excellent sensitivity and may be a critical tool for improving the diagnosis of this life-threatening infection.

29 Jul 2017

Study examines effects of combined alcohol and stress exposure on prefrontal cortex function

Drinking alcohol results in an alcohol use disorder (AUD) when consumption becomes excessive and dependence develops.

29 Jul 2017

Atopic dermatitis can affect adults more profoundly than younger patients

Eczema is not just kids' stuff. Although the skin disease is commonly diagnosed in infancy and early childhood, it also can affect adults - sometimes more profoundly than younger patients.

27 Jul 2017

'Residual echo' of Neanderthal genes may hold clues to deficits in mental disorders

Researchers at the National Institute of Mental Health have produced the first direct evidence that parts of our brains implicated in mental disorders may be shaped by a "residual echo" from our ancient past.

26 Jul 2017

Mind-body therapies significantly reduce acute pain experienced by hospital patients

Mindfulness training and hypnotic suggestion significantly reduced acute pain experienced by hospital patients, according to a new study published in the Journal of General Internal Medicine.

25 Jul 2017

Study examines prevalence, types of secondhand harm from alcohol among college undergraduates

It's no secret that university life often includes alcohol use, which can sometimes cause harm. Yet harm can also extend beyond the drinker, such as "secondhand harm" that is caused by intoxicated people: accidents or domestic, physical, or sexual violence; interrupted sleep or property destruction; and arguments, problems with relationships, or financial problems.

25 Jul 2017

CUMC researchers capture first snapshot of key brain receptor in action

Columbia University Medical Center researchers have captured the first three-dimensional snapshots of the AMPA-subtype glutamate receptor in action. The receptor, which regulates most electrical signaling in the brain, is involved in several important brain activities, including memory and learning.

24 Jul 2017

Anxiety News and Research

Latest Anxiety News and Research

Psychedelic drugs could help mental health patients recover from their symptoms

Study finds brains of women to be more active than men

Specific drug regimen taken prior to surgery reduces risk of cancer recurrence, study finds

Molecular tests that detect drug-resistant TB may become faster alternative to traditional testing

Mindfulness program can help athletes, coaches develop mental edge and improve performance

UAMS scientists awarded $422,610 NSF grant to study regulation of emotion

Yoga appears to lessen symptoms of depression

Animal robots could bring positive benefits for people with dementia, Griffith study shows

Five things that parents should know about pediatric eye surgery requiring anesthesia

Burn injuries may be preventable through increased access to high-quality mental health care

Ultra-sensitive C. difficile toxin assay may be critical tool for improving diagnosis of infectious disease

Study examines effects of combined alcohol and stress exposure on prefrontal cortex function

Atopic dermatitis can affect adults more profoundly than younger patients

'Residual echo' of Neanderthal genes may hold clues to deficits in mental disorders

Mind-body therapies significantly reduce acute pain experienced by hospital patients

Study examines prevalence, types of secondhand harm from alcohol among college undergraduates

CUMC researchers capture first snapshot of key brain receptor in action

New survey reveals emotional, practical challenges facing people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis

New study links unhealthy diet during pregnancy to mental health disorders in offspring

Study provides deeper understanding into genetic basis of neuropsychiatric disorders

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