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Identifying Depression Through Genetics: A New Study
It takes time to find the best antidepressants for some people, so why not use genetics to do it faster? A unique genetic test created to identify the most effective antidepressant for people with severe and medium depression could significantly enhance patient outcomes and result in substantial savings for the country.
Kate Yakimchuk antidepressants medications research mental health Psychology 17 December 2023
How poetry helps depressed people: A new study
A recent experiment demonstrates that involving oneself in poetry—whether by reading, writing, or sharing—can serve as a valuable means of coping with loneliness, anxiety, and also depression. Conducted through a survey of 400 individuals amid the pandemic, the study discovered that poetry had a clear and positive effect on their overall well-being.
Kate Yakimchuk research poetry mental health loneliness Psychology 10 December 2023
A molecule that blocks bad memories: A new study
Depression is a widespread mental illness, and current treatments don't always meet everyone's needs. Scientists at the City University of Hong Kong discovered a tiny molecule that can help mice with stress-induced depression symptoms by preventing the formation of unpleasant memories.
Kate Yakimchuk research molecules depression mental health Psychology 29 November 2023