‘Psychological Disorders’ Articles
Smokers With A History Of Anxiety Disorders Find It Harder To Quit
New research published in the Journal of Addiction suggests smokers with a history of anxiety disorders find it more difficult to quit smoking. The research conducted by UW-CTRI discovered smokers who had previously suffered from anxiety disorders such as panic attacks, [Read More]
New Dopamine Model Could Assist In Drug Addiction And Schizophrenia Treatments
Neuroscientists at the University of Copenhagen have developed a model which demonstrates how the brain releases dopamine. The model could provide a key insight into how the brain perceives punishment and reward. The researchers hope that their newly developed model could [Read More]
Treating Depression With Gene Therapy
A new study suggests gene therapy might be key to treating major depression in patients who do not respond to conventional drug treatments. Researchers have discovered that the p11 gene seems to play a major role in depression. By disabling the p11 protein in mice, [Read More]
Depression Missed Due To Patients Personality Type?
A new study suggests a patients personality could affect the correct diagnosis of depression. Based on their research, psychologists suggest that reports of family or friends regarding the mood history of a patient could lead to a missed diagnosis. Additionally, missed [Read More]
Lingering Psychological Effects Of The Holocaust
New research shows Holocaust survivors are still psychologically affected by their experiences. Many survivors report PTSD symptoms and poor psychological well being. [Read More]
Female Veterans With PTSD More Likely To Also Report Medical Problems
New research suggests that veterans who suffer from PTSD are also more likely to suffer more medical illnesses than those without PTSD. This is more so the case for female veterans. [Read More]
Patients Who Keep Diaries While In Intensive Care Have Reduced Risk Of PTSD
1 in 10 patients who spend more than 48 hours in intensive care develop post traumatic stress disorder. Researchers in the UK have discovered that providing diaries to patients in intensive care, and providing a debriefing after their stay can help reduce PTSD in patients. [Read More]
PTCHD1 Gene Mutation Linked To Autism In Boys
Researchers have discovered a link between mutations in the PTCHD1 gene on the X-chromosome and an increased risk of developing autism in boys. As males inherit both X and Y chromosomes, the genetic mutation could explain why boys are four times more likely to develop ASD [Read More]
Study To Determine Effectiveness Of Suicide Prevention Programs For High Schooler Students
Researchers from the University of Rochester Medical Center are embarking on a long terms study to determine the effectiveness of suicide prevention programs in high schools. [Read More]
Veterans With PTSD Have Almost Twice The Risk Of Dementia
New research released by the VA Medical Center, Texas reports of a link between PTSD and dementia. The research suggests Veterans suffering PTSD had almost a double risk of later being diagnosed with dementia that those who did not exhibit PTSD symptoms. [Read More]
