Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Lady Gaga On Her Mental Health: ‘I Was In Physical, Mental And Emotional Pain’

Lady Gaga recalled being “dropped on a street corner” after she was raped “repeatedly” for months when she was 19 and some traumatizing experiences when she took the limelight.  Source...

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UCLA team finds that the brain processes fear differently after traumatic brain injury

Post-traumatic stress disorder in U.S. military members frequently follows a concussion-like brain injury. Until now, it has been unclear why. A UCLA team of psychologists and neurologists reports that a...

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New innovations in technology aim to improve treatment of PTSD among veterans

New technology aims to improve the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder by allowing veterans to virtually take their doctor with them during prolonged exposure therapy. The system gives the doctor...

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Cannabis ‘Not That Safe, Effective’ In Treating Common Disorders

A new longitudinal study found that cannabis used to treat psychiatric problems may not be as safe. Source link

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PTSD Linked to Stroke Risk in Younger Adults

Young and middle-aged adults with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) have an increased risk of stroke, new research suggests. Source link

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Study examines link between disturbed sleep, intrusive thoughts, and alcohol problems among veterans

Post-traumatic stress disorder, sleep disturbance and alcohol problems are common among military veterans, and often occur together, with a large toll on physical and mental health. Source link

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PTSD linked with onset of cognitive impairment in 911 World Trade Center responders

Cognitive impairment with the potential for early-onset dementia in 911 World Trade Center responders is continuing to be investigated by researchers monitoring the health of thousands of responders. Source link

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Needle stick injuries are common and can transmit many blood-borne pathogens

Needle stick injuries (NSIs) can transmit more than 20 blood-borne pathogens, including HIV, hepatitis B virus (HBV), hepatitis C virus (HCV) and, more rarely, malaria, human T cell leukemia virus...

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Study examines the role of enzymes in stress regulation mechanisms

Scientists of South Ural State University are studying enzymes that can break down stress hormones. They are also finding a way to regulate the activity of these enzymes. It will...

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Closed-loop brain stimulator based on sweat response for PTSD patients

For 8-million adults who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder in any given year, medication and cognitive therapy have been the treatment protocol. Source link

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Study: One in five university students affected by problematic smartphone use

A survey of more than 3,400 university students in the USA has found that one in five respondents reported problematic smartphone use. Source link

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IU-connected startup working to enable precision medicine for mental health issues, chronic pain

A new startup company founded on science developed at Indiana University is working to enable precision medicine by commercializing the first objective tests for mental health issues, including suicide risk,...

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Researchers attempt to solve PTSD puzzle

A team of Penn State and University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine researchers is attempting to answer a question that has long puzzled experts: Why do some individuals suffer...

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One in five people living in conflict-affected areas has a mental health condition, analysis reveals

New estimates from the World Health Organization highlight need for increased, sustained investment in the development of mental health services in areas affected by conflict. Source link

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Sleep disturbances linked to mental health problems among survivors of natural disaster

Preliminary results from a new study suggest that sleep disturbances are associated with mental health problems among survivors of a natural disaster even two years after the event. Source link

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Light-based technology could boost memory retention among astronauts

Hanli Liu, a professor of bioengineering at The University of Texas at Arlington, is working to improve memory and cognitive function in astronauts during space missions by directing light onto...

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Psychotherapeutic approach for youth who have suffered physical or sexual abuse

There have not been many scientifically evaluated therapies for teens and young adults who have suffered physical or sexual abuse until now. Source link

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PTSD in police officers is ‘a clinical and public sector crisis’

[ad_1] According to a recent survey, one in five police officers in the UK are suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) – far more than previously estimated. Source link [ad_2]

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Researchers find potential link between autism and antidepressant use during pregnancy

[ad_1] An international team led by Duke-NUS Medical School has found a potential link between autistic-like behavior in adult mice and exposure to a common antidepressant in the womb. Source...

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Hurricane Maria’s legacy: Thousands of Puerto Rican students show PTSD symptoms

[ad_1] Food shortages, damaged homes, fear of death, loved ones leaving. The cumulative stresses of Hurricane Maria contributed to thousands of schoolchildren developing symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD,...

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