depression
Vaccine hope for post-traumatic stress disorder
Posted in Medicine on 17th Jun, 2015
by Alex Muller
The immune system could be key to treating, or even preventing PTSD. Research suggests that immunizing animals can lessen fear if they are later exposed to stress.
73% of insomniacs cured after therapy session
Posted in Medicine on 2nd Jun, 2015
by Alex Muller
A simple one-hour therapy session has helped to cure 73% of people suffering from acute insomnia, according to a new study from Northumbria University.
Significant increase in major depression reported during recent recession
Posted in Medicine on 26th Apr, 2015
by Alex Muller
The recent Great Recession was accompanied by a significant and sustained increase in major depression in U.S. adults.
Hallucinogenic Ayahuasca might treat depression
Posted in Science on 7th Apr, 2015
by Alex Muller
Scientists have been investigating Ayahuasca as a treatment for psychological conditions such as PTSD and anxiety. Now researchers are testing it as a treatment for depression.
Researchers develop crowdsourced tool for dealing with depression
Posted in Online on 1st Apr, 2015
by Alex Muller
Cognitive reappraisal allows members to both receive help from others, and offer it themselves.