Benefits of being an early riser vs. a night owl

A new study finds that being genetically programmed to rise early may lead to greater well-being and a lower risk of schizophrenia and depression.

Louise Vennells • harvard
Jan. 29, 2019 ~5 min

Trauma before we can remember still leaves a mark

"...there may be a 'sensitive period' in which stress is more likely to affect the development of the hippocampus."

Joan Brasher-Vanderbilt • futurity
Jan. 17, 2019 ~2 min


4 factors predict risk of postpartum depression

"It's not just a question of 'Is the mother feeling depressed?' but rather, 'Which way is she headed in her depression?'"

Kristin Samuelson-Northwestern • futurity
Jan. 17, 2019 ~4 min

Suicide risk spikes for people with cancer

New research shows that people with cancer are at a much higher risk of suicide than people without it.

Katie Bohn-Penn State • futurity
Jan. 15, 2019 ~4 min

Recalling happy memories during adolescence can reduce risk of depression

Recalling positive events and experiences can help protect young people against depression in later life, suggests new research published today.

Cambridge University News • cambridge
Jan. 14, 2019 ~4 min

To cut depression stigma, consider the Grinch and Scrooge

"...it is okay if you are not in the mood to celebrate. You should not feel guilty," says psychologist Anthony Tobia.

Cynthia Medina-Rutgers • futurity
Dec. 21, 2018 ~3 min

Strong relationships can lower risk of suicide

Being in a solid relationship can lower the risk of suicide, according to research with members of the National Guard.

Jessi Adler-Michigan State • futurity
Dec. 18, 2018 ~4 min

Better meds cut drinking among people with depression

"...what we're saying is people rationally self-medicate. If there are no good options, people will use what's available."

Jill Rosen-Johns Hopkins • futurity
Dec. 18, 2018 ~4 min


Tiny device stimulates brain without major surgery

The small device that is about the size of a matchstick may offer a way to noninvasively treat Parkinson's disease and epilepsy.

Catriona May-Melbourne • futurity
Dec. 10, 2018 ~5 min

Marmoset study gives insights into loss of pleasure in depression

‘Anhedonia’ (the loss of pleasure) is one of the key symptoms of depression. An important component of this symptom is an inability to feel excitement in anticipation of events; however the brain mechanisms underlying this phenomenon are poorly understood.

Cambridge University News • cambridge
Dec. 4, 2018 ~7 min

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