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Bright light exposure tied to sleep regularity and reduced depression symptoms

Bright light exposure tied to sleep regularity and reduced depression symptoms

by Harvard GazetteCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWhy might more time in the sun boost a person's mood? A new study led by investigators at Harvard-affiliated Brigham and Women's Hospital su

Bright light exposure tied to sleep regularity and reduced depression symptoms

by Harvard GazetteCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWhy might more time in the sun boost a person's mood? A new study led by investigators at Harvard-affiliated Brigham and Women's Hospital su
Brain changes seen in kids with conduct disorder

Brain changes seen in kids with conduct disorder

by Ernie MundellDefiance, tantrums, aggression: All signs of a condition called conduct disorder, whichMental Health Americasays affects up to 16% of boys and 9% of girls.Now, research is

Brain changes seen in kids with conduct disorder

by Ernie MundellDefiance, tantrums, aggression: All signs of a condition called conduct disorder, whichMental Health Americasays affects up to 16% of boys and 9% of girls.Now, research is
Study uncovers cell type-specific genetic insights underlying schizophrenia

Study uncovers cell type-specific genetic insights underlying schizophrenia

byMcLean HospitalCredit: CC0 Public DomainSchizophrenia is a complex disease with variable presentations, and the diverse nature of this mental health disorder has made understanding the mechani

Study uncovers cell type-specific genetic insights underlying schizophrenia

byMcLean HospitalCredit: CC0 Public DomainSchizophrenia is a complex disease with variable presentations, and the diverse nature of this mental health disorder has made understanding the mechani
Ancient viral DNA in the human genome linked to major psychiatric disorders

Ancient viral DNA in the human genome linked to major psychiatric disorders

byKing's College LondonDNA, which has a double-helix structure, can have many genetic mutations and variations. Credit: NIHNew research led by King's College London has found that thousa

Ancient viral DNA in the human genome linked to major psychiatric disorders

byKing's College LondonDNA, which has a double-helix structure, can have many genetic mutations and variations. Credit: NIHNew research led by King's College London has found that thousa
Research suggests probiotics plus vitamin D supplements may benefit people with schizophrenia

Research suggests probiotics plus vitamin D supplements may benefit people with schizophrenia

byWileyCredit: CC0 Public DomainPrevious studies have questioned whether gut microbe imbalances and vitamin D deficiency may be linked to schizophrenia.Newresearch publishedinN

Research suggests probiotics plus vitamin D supplements may benefit people with schizophrenia

byWileyCredit: CC0 Public DomainPrevious studies have questioned whether gut microbe imbalances and vitamin D deficiency may be linked to schizophrenia.Newresearch publishedinN
A friendly pat on the back can improve performance in basketball

A friendly pat on the back can improve performance in basketball

byUniversity of BaselCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA free throw in basketball will have every eye glued to one person. It's an intensely stressful situation. A research team led by the U

A friendly pat on the back can improve performance in basketball

byUniversity of BaselCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA free throw in basketball will have every eye glued to one person. It's an intensely stressful situation. A research team led by the U
Grieving pet owners comforted by 'supernatural' interactions

Grieving pet owners comforted by 'supernatural' interactions

by Karen Shih,University of MarylandCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainLess than a week after her golden retriever Riley died, information studies Professor Jen Golbeck found him napping in her li

Grieving pet owners comforted by 'supernatural' interactions

by Karen Shih,University of MarylandCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainLess than a week after her golden retriever Riley died, information studies Professor Jen Golbeck found him napping in her li
Neuroscience study taps into brain network patterns to understand deep focus, attention

Neuroscience study taps into brain network patterns to understand deep focus, attention

by Jess Hunt-Ralston,Georgia Institute of TechnologyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainFrom completing puzzles and playing music, to reading and exercising, growing up Dolly Seeburger loved activi

Neuroscience study taps into brain network patterns to understand deep focus, attention

by Jess Hunt-Ralston,Georgia Institute of TechnologyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainFrom completing puzzles and playing music, to reading and exercising, growing up Dolly Seeburger loved activi
Depression might sometimes be early sign of Alzheimer's disease

Depression might sometimes be early sign of Alzheimer's disease

Depression might sometimes be early sign of Alzheimer's diseaseby Ernie MundellIn some people, new-onset depression may stem from the same buildup of toxic plaques in the brain that have long been

Depression might sometimes be early sign of Alzheimer's disease

Depression might sometimes be early sign of Alzheimer's diseaseby Ernie MundellIn some people, new-onset depression may stem from the same buildup of toxic plaques in the brain that have long been
Nearly half of mothers report birth trauma and barriers to mental health aid, especially for diverse populations

Nearly half of mothers report birth trauma and barriers to mental health aid, especially for diverse populations

by Ryan Huff,University of Colorado DenverCredit: SHVETS production from PexelsWith 23 Grand Slam singles titles to her name, Serena Williams is among the greatest tennis players of all-time. It

Nearly half of mothers report birth trauma and barriers to mental health aid, especially for diverse populations

by Ryan Huff,University of Colorado DenverCredit: SHVETS production from PexelsWith 23 Grand Slam singles titles to her name, Serena Williams is among the greatest tennis players of all-time. It
Cultivating spirituality can lower blood pressure

Cultivating spirituality can lower blood pressure

byAmerican College of CardiologyCredit: CC0 Public DomainPeople with high blood pressure saw their systolic blood pressure drop by 7 mmHg, on average, and experienced improvements in other marke

Cultivating spirituality can lower blood pressure

byAmerican College of CardiologyCredit: CC0 Public DomainPeople with high blood pressure saw their systolic blood pressure drop by 7 mmHg, on average, and experienced improvements in other marke
Clinician burnout reduces efficacy of trauma-focused psychotherapy

Clinician burnout reduces efficacy of trauma-focused psychotherapy

by Lori SolomonTherapist burnout is associated with reduced effectiveness of trauma-focused psychotherapies, according to a studypublishedonline April 17 inJAMA Network Open.Nina A.

Clinician burnout reduces efficacy of trauma-focused psychotherapy

by Lori SolomonTherapist burnout is associated with reduced effectiveness of trauma-focused psychotherapies, according to a studypublishedonline April 17 inJAMA Network Open.Nina A.