Archive for October, 2008

Teens in Poor Neighborhoods at Greater Risk for Suicide

Monday, October 27th, 2008
A new Canadian study finds that youth in their late teens who live in poor neighborhoods are four times more likely to attempt suicide than peers who live in more affluent ...
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Improved Medical Education on Addiction

Monday, October 27th, 2008
Researchers have found that education on addiction is inadequate during medical training, resulting in suboptimal medical care for those at risk. However, the research also found a program offered by Boston ...
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Depression Ups Pregnancy Risk

Monday, October 27th, 2008
A new study discovers depressed pregnant women have twice the risk of a pre-term delivery than pregnant women with no symptoms of depression. The study found that pregnant women with symptoms ...
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Physical Warmth Associated With Trust

Friday, October 24th, 2008
A new theory suggests people trust others more when they experience physical warmth. According to researcher Lawrence E. Williams, simply handling a hot cup of coffee can change one's attitude toward a ...
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The Search for Anxiety Genes

Friday, October 24th, 2008
The evolution of genetic research has allowed scientists to explore and identify genes involved in particular types of behavior, such as fear. A new genetic association study used a mouse model ...
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Spirituality Tops Religion for Depression

Friday, October 24th, 2008
Those who worship a higher power often do so in different ways. For some, an active religious community is preferred while for others, praying or meditating are methods to connect. New ...
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Depression Influences Severity of Lung Disease

Friday, October 24th, 2008
Although experts have acknowledged a link between chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and depression and anxiety, new research suggests the mood disorders may actually exacerbate COPD and cause increased hospitalizations.. "This is ...
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ADHD Increases Nicotine Dependence

Friday, October 24th, 2008
A new study finds young people with attention deficit disorder (ADHD) are not only at increased risk of starting to smoke cigarettes, they also tend to become more seriously addicted ...
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We Vote For People Who Look Like Us

Thursday, October 23rd, 2008
How superficial are we when it comes to voting for a political candidate? Apparently, more than we might realize. Researchers Jeremy Bailenson and Shanto ...
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Steroids for PTSD?

Thursday, October 23rd, 2008
Cortisol helps our bodies cope with stress, but its effect on the brain remains controversial. A new study suggests the administration of corticosteroids may be an indicated treatment for posttraumatic ...
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