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Inflammatory processes play a role in the link between stress and depressive symptoms in female teens
New research has found that inflammatory responses following stressful events predicts an increase in depressive…
Study suggests depressed people experience a negative bias in the processing of pain
New research indicates that depression impacts the subjective perception of pain. The findings appear in…
Why do some people dream of deceased loved ones but other don’t?
New research published in the journal Dreaming provides new clues about why some bereaved individuals…
Virtual reality-based therapy shows promise in the treatment of social anxiety disorder
Combining cognitive-behavioral therapy with virtual reality technology could help people suffering from social anxiety disorder,…
Teens don’t seem to grow out of problematic cell phone use
Some teenagers develop a craving to use a cell phone during inappropriate times, and new…
PTSD study: How you feel now influences your recall of past trauma symptom severity
People’s memory of their own post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms is not always consistent over…
Emotional neglect in childhood predicts higher levels of insomnia in young adults
New research has found a link between childhood emotional neglect and insomnia. The findings appear…
Two large studies have found a link between loot box spending and problem gambling
Many popular games allow people to pay a small fee to obtain a “loot box”…
Study finds 12 weeks of yoga reduces body-image dissatisfaction in women
Practicing yoga can improve negative self-attitude about one’s physical appearance, according to a new study…
Study sheds new light on why it ‘makes sense’ to psychopathic individuals to not help others
People with higher levels of psychopathic traits are less likely to be influenced by a…
Exercise reduces the startle reflex during periods of unpredictable threat
New research has found that a 30-minute bout of exercise reduces a defensive physiological response…
Study suggests humor could be an emotion regulation strategy for depression
Humor can help decrease negative emotional reactions in people vulnerable to depression, according to new…
Study finds mindful people are happier with their sex life
Married adults who are more aware of the present moment tend to have higher levels…
Study finds a wearable sensor can detect hidden anxiety and depression in young children
New research published in PLOS One provides evidence that a wearable sensor can be used…
Study of retired NFL athletes suggests a history of concussions alone does not inevitably result in depression
Physical problems such as body pain are a key pathway between sport-related concussions and depression,…