Depression

Beyond serotonin: Scientists finally unlock the true mechanism of antidepressants

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SciTechDaily

Antidepressants such as SSRIs work by stimulating neuroplasticity and connectivity in the brain, offering a new perspective on their role in treating depression, beyond serotonin theory. Credit: SciTechDaily.com The serotonin-boosting effect of antidepressants is essential and relieves depression by restoring normal communication and connections in the brain. New research highlights that SSRIs and other antidepressants … Read more

Saturday Quotes: Praising dogs; the evolution of brown fat; how SSRIs relieve depression. Plus: Boeing’s Starliner

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This article was reviewed according to Science fact checked trusted source proofread OK! by Chris Packham, Phys.org Placement of electrodes. Photo of a dog with electrodes in the presence of the owner, just before the start of the sleep measurement. Credit: Scientific Reports (2024). DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-60166-8 × close to Placement of electrodes. Photo of a … Read more

JOHNNY NELSON: Tyson Fury and his camp are thuggish and rude and left me cold with their behavior in Saudi Arabia… mental health issues are no excuse for his behavior and it’s time to say ‘we’ve had enough’

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Sympathy for Tyson Fury is in short supply after his defeat to Oleksandr Usyk

Let me address the elephant in the room, sympathy for Tyson Fury this morning is thin on the ground. I always love it when the Brit wins, but there are a growing number of people who follow our sport and are glad he didn’t. And you have to ask yourself: why is that? There is … Read more