Ocd Patients Have Difficulty Learning When a Stimulus Is Safe
Published on 7th March, 2017
A difficulty in learning about the safety of a stimulus may contribute to problems in overcoming compulsive behavior for patients with OCD, a new study reports.
Patients More Likely to Refuse Drug Therapy Than Psychotherapy for Mental Health
Published on 7th March, 2017
People seeking help for mental disorders are more likely to refuse or not complete the recommended treatment if it involves only psychotropic drugs, according to a review of research published by the American Psychological Association.
Good Sleep May Promote Positive Experiences and Reduce Conflict
Published on 26th February, 2017
Better quality sleep is linked to improved emotions and fewer stressors the next day, a new study reports.
Maternal Depression Across the First Years of Life Impacts Children's Neural Basis of Empathy
Published on 26th February, 2017
Maternal depression increases the susceptibility of a child to develop mental health issues in the later years. A recent study discovers a possible link between maternal depression and psychopathology.
Emotions Are Cognitive, Not Innate, Researchers Conclude
Published on 21st February, 2017
Emotions are not innately programmed into our brains, but, in fact, are cognitive states resulting from the gathering of information, researchers conclude.
Social Exclusion in Virtual Realities Has a Negative Social and Emotional Impact in Real Life
Published on 21st February, 2017
A new research has now shown that exclusion from a virtual group has a significant negative impact upon willingness to help and social distance in the real world.