‘Clinical Psychology’ Articles
In Pain? Relieve Yourself By Keeping You Brain Busy
A new study published in Psychological Science this week has shown that it could be possible to boost pain relief by keeping the brain active. The study suggests that embarking in a memory task can help to reduce pain by distracting the patient. The findings could provide [Read More]
Genetic Clues To PTSD?
New research released today in PLoS ONE could help to find new treatment options for people suffering from high anxiety disorders such as PTSD. Using mice, researchers at Rutgers have identified genetic clues which pinpoint why some are more resilient to traumatic [Read More]
Autism More Prevalent Than Thought In Adults With Learning Difficulties, Study Finds
A study released by researchers from the University of Leicester has revealed a previously 'invisible' group of adults with autism within the UK. The study found that 60% of men and 43% of women with profound learning difficulties have autism, refuting previous estimates of [Read More]
Treating Depression In Employees Can Significantly Increase Work Productivity
New research released by the Centre for Addition and Mental Health suggests treating depression in employees while they are still working can significantly improve their work productivity. [Read More]
Blogging’s Positive Psychological Benefit For Socially Distressed Teens
New research published by the APA in the journal Psychological Services suggests blogging can have positive psychological benefits for teens dealing with social problems. The report suggests that while conventional journal keeping can be a great emotional release for teens [Read More]
Dehumanized Perceptions Could Facilitate Torture And Genocide
A father in Louisiana bludgeoned and beheaded his disabled 7-year-old son last August because he no longer wanted to care for the boy. [Read More]
Horticultural Activities Improve Stress Levels In Mentally Challenged Adults
Participation in horticultural activities can improve confidence and social skills, cultivate a positive attitude, and rejuvenate the mind and body. [Read More]
Depressive Symptoms And Physical Impairment Long Term Effects Of ALI
Depressive symptoms and impaired physical function are frequent and long-lasting after ALI Depressive symptoms and impaired physical function were common and long-lasting during the first two years following acute lung injury (ALI), according to a new study from Johns [Read More]
Growing Evidence For Chronic Serotonin Loss In Ecstasy Users
Researchers at Vanderbilt University have discovered that recreational use of the 'rave drug' ecstasy produces long term serotonin neurotoxicity. [Read More]
Bottling Up Your Emotions Could Make You More Aggressive
The research utilized two notoriously disturbing scenes from the movies "The Meaning of Life" (1983) and "Trainspotting" (1996). Asking a selected group of test subjects to suppress or show no emotional reaction to the scenes, researchers discovered that more aggression was [Read More]
