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The Depression Gender Gap
Around the world, women are more likely than men to be diagnosed with depression.
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Taking the Time for Mental Health
It is important to pay attention to our mental health and to understand how the brain is involved.
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Is Talking Therapy a Waste of Time?
Some types of therpy can not only reduce stress and anxiety but also physically change the brain.
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Shaping of the Teenaged Brain
It’s not just hormones that explain teen behavior. Environment and social interaction play a role, too.
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The Meditating Brain
The simple act of sitting quietly and focusing on your breath may change your brain — and improve your mental health.
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Understanding Mental Disorders
Use our Guess the Disorder Quiz and Ask an Expert articles to help your students learn more about mental disorders and the brain.
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Sleep, Uninterrupted
Disrupting circadian rhythms is linked to mood disorders, and chronic illnesses. Neuroscientists are teasing apart how.
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What Is White Coat Syndrome?
Most people feel a little anxious when they go to the doctor. Some see their blood pressure spike. Andrew Sherwood explains why.
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What Is a Panic Attack?
Feeling panic is a natural response to danger. The problem comes when you feel panic without a threat.
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What Are Phobias and How Are They Treated?
Barbara Rothbaum answers your questions about phobias and therapies.
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What Is Stress Resilience and Can It Be Learned?
Jeremy Jamieson answers your questions on the stress response and resilience.
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What Causes Bipolar Disorder, and How Is It Treated?
Thomas G. Schulze answers your questions about bipolar disorder and treatments.
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The Postpartum Is a 'Perfect Storm' for Depression
Hormonal changes following delivery, coupled with the added stress of caring for an infant round-the-clock, make the postpartum a time of heightened vulnerability to depression.
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