Several brain circuits that identify emotions are solidified early in development and include diverse regions beyond the amygdala, according to new research in children, adolescents, and young adults.
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Big data clarifies emotional circuit development
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Epileptic seizures reduced in mice after removal of newborn neurons
July 22, 2019 by NewsBot - No Comment
Epileptic seizures happen in one of every 10 people who have experienced a traumatic brain injury (TBI). However, new research has uncovered an innovative approach to possibly slow the progression of epilepsy. Researchers have successfully removed new …
Can we blame procrastination on our genes?
July 21, 2019 by NewsBot - No Comment
New research has found a genetic difference in procrastinators, but there is a catch. The research also reveals important sex differences.
What to know about waking up with anxiety
July 20, 2019 by NewsBot - No Comment
A person may wake up with anxiety due to an underlying psychological condition, a chronic health issue, or a more temporary cause. Counseling and coping strategies can often help improve symptoms. Learn more about waking up with anxiety here.
What to know about waking up with anxiety
July 20, 2019 by NewsBot - No Comment
A person may wake up with anxiety due to an underlying psychological condition, a chronic health issue, or a more temporary cause. Counseling and coping strategies can often help improve symptoms. Learn more about waking up with anxiety here.
Biologist leads pioneering study on stress
July 20, 2019 by NewsBot - No Comment
A biologist conducted a pioneering research study that could help us to better understand the role of dopamine in stress resilience in humans through analyzing wild songbirds. This study could lead to increased prevention and treatment of stress-relate…
Newly discovered neural pathway processes acute light to affect sleep
July 19, 2019 by NewsBot - No Comment
Either to check the time or waste time, people often look at their smartphones after waking in the middle of the night. While this acute burst of light does make it more difficult to fall back to sleep, a new study reports that it won’t interfere with …
Metabolic factors likely contribute to anorexia
July 19, 2019 by NewsBot - No Comment
A genetic study suggests that anorexia nervosa has metabolic as well as psychiatric components and opens the door to new treatments for the illness.
More evidence that pets benefit mental health
July 19, 2019 by NewsBot - No Comment
New research examines the fluctuations in levels of the stress hormone cortisol both before and after interacting with dogs and cats.
What are the signs of emotional abuse?
July 18, 2019 by NewsBot - No Comment
Some signs of emotional abuse include controlling, shaming, blaming, and purposely humiliating another person. Emotional abuse can occur in many situations. Learn more about the signs, as well as what to do, here.
