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Women suffer less stress than men thanks to their hormones, according to study
Women seem to be less susceptible than men to stress and serious stress-related illnesses because of the protective properties of the sex hormone oestrogen, according to a recent study of nurses by the University of Greenwich. The study indicates that oestrogen reduces the production of stress hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline which, when... view more... (2002-10-15)
Does the stress of being a parent lead to decay in children's teeth?
A team of scientists from The Ohio State University has examined the stress levels of parents whose young children either had no cavities or so many cavities that the children had receive anesthesia before undergoing dental treatment. view more (2009-04-06)
Study shows a bidirectional relationship between chronic stress and sleep problems
People with chronic stress report shorter sleep duration, worse sleep quality, and more daytime functioning impairments. view more (2009-06-10)
Genetic and environmental hormonal response to stress in children depends on family context
A study conducted on 346 19-month-old twins by an international team led by Université Laval professor of psychology Michel Boivin reveals that the genetic and environmental bases of hormonal response to stress depend on the context in which a child grows up. view more (2008-02-21)
Study finds 1 in 5 Iraq and Afghanistan veterans suffer from PTSD or major depression
Nearly 20 percent of military service members who have returned from Iraq and Afghanistan -- 300,000 in all -- report symptoms of post traumatic stress disorder or major depression, yet only slight more than half have sought treatment, according to a new RAND Corporation study. view more (2008-04-18)
Researchers Investigate Impact of Stress on Police Officers' Physical and Mental Health
Policing is dangerous work, and the danger lurks not on the streets alone. view more (2008-09-29)
Chronic stress, depression and cortisol levels are potential risk indicators for periodontal disease
Caregivers of people under psychological or physical stress, as well as those with the conditions themselves, should not overlook their oral health, according to a new study printed in the Journal of Periodontology. view more (2006-06-01)
Blast overpressure is generated from the firing of weapons and may cause brain injury
The brain may be injured by the noise, which is produced when, for example, an anti-tank weapon (Bazooka, Karl Gustav) or a howitzer (Haubits) is fired. view more (2009-01-29)
Why does stress make us ill?
How stress can make people ill was explored in a symposium organised by Professor Andrew Steptoe, University College London and Dr Marcel Ebrecht, Kings College London, today, Friday 7 September, at the joint British Psychological Society’s Division of Health Psychology and European Health Psychology Society conference, held at St Andrews... view more... (2001-08-31)
Rhode Island Hospital study finds most psychiatric patients have more than 1 diagnosis
A new study by Rhode Island Hospital researchers reports that the majority of 2,300 psychiatry outpatients had more than one disorder when seeking treatment, and more than one-third had at least three disorders. The study is published in the February 2008 edition of the journal Psychological Medicine. view more (2008-01-14)
Veterans relive war trauma
Whilst the general public have been left in a state of shock after the events of September 11, the resulting war against terrorism is likely to have a significant psychological effect on one particular group in society; soldiers from past and present conflicts. In an article in the December issue of The Psychologist, published on Monday 3... view more... (2001-11-27)
What is the best treatment for postherpetic neuralgia?
A systematic review of the evidence for the many drug treatments used in post herpetic neuralgia (the pain that persists after shingles) concludes that long-established treatments such as tricyclic antidepressants and some opioids are as effective as newer drugs such as gabapentin, tramadol, and pregabalin, and supports the use of tricyclic... view more... (2005-07-26)
Psychiatric and neurologic conditions may underlie many cases of chronic dizziness
Chronic dizziness may have several common causes, including anxiety disorders, migraine, traumatic brain injury and disorders in the part of the nervous system governing involuntary activities. view more (2007-02-20)
Alzheimer's disease therapeutic prevents long-term damage from TBI in pre-clinical studies
A class of Alzheimer's disease drugs currently studied in clinical trials appears to reduce damage caused by traumatic brain injury in animals, researchers at Georgetown University Medical Center report in an upcoming advance online publication of Nature Medicine. view more (2009-03-16)
Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation devotes special issue to traumatic brain injury
The editors of Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation are pleased to announce a special supplement to the December issue, highlighting traumatic brain injury (TBI). view more (2008-12-19)
Penn researchers find that chronic dizziness may be caused by psychiatric and neurologic illnesses
Approximately 9 million to 15 million people in the U.S. suffer from recurrent bouts of dizziness and 3 million experience symptoms of dizziness nearly every day. view more (2007-02-21)
Stress could damage DNA
A ground-breaking experiment has suggested that a certain type of stress could actually damage humans' DNA. view more (2004-08-23)
Neurogenesis in the adult brain: The association with stress and depression
The brain is the key organ in the response to stress. Brain reactions determine what in the world is threatening and might be stressful for us, and regulate the stress responses that can be either adaptive or maladaptive. view more (2008-07-09)
Work stress leads to heart disease and diabetes
Stress at work is an important risk factor for the development of heart disease and diabetes, finds a study published online by the BMJ today. view more (2006-01-20)
Activation of a protein solidifies fear memory in the brain
When activated, a specific protein in the brain enhances long-term storage of fearful memories and strengthens previously established fearful memories. view more (2006-01-25)
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