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Germanwings crash: Mental illness alone does not explain co-pilot's behavior, experts say

October 28, 2015

Germanwings crash: Mental illness alone does not explain co-pilot's behavior, experts say

Investigators may never know exactly why Germanwings co-pilot Andreas Lubitz carried out what is believed to have been a deliberate plane crash in the French Alps on Tuesday, but mental health experts say that any mental illness that Lubitz may have had is just one possible contributor to the tragedy.

Mindfulness-based therapy eases veterans' PTSD symptoms

October 28, 2015

Mindfulness-based therapy eases veterans' PTSD symptoms

Some veterans may experience a sharper decline in symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) with mindfulness-based stress reduction therapy than with other forms of group treatment, a study suggests.

Genetic markers for PTSD linked to immune system response, study says

October 27, 2015

Genetic markers for PTSD linked to immune system response, study says

Researchers have identified genetic markers associated with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) that are linked with regulating the immune system, Medical News Today reported. This finding may lead to the ability to identify individuals at risk of PTSD.

Genetic test may help customize antidepressant prescriptions for US vets with PTSD

October 27, 2015

Genetic test may help customize antidepressant prescriptions for US vets with PTSD

Depression is the most common comorbidity in the United States— exacerbating conditions like diabetes, hypertension and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)— but identifying the best medication has historically proved challenging for psychiatrists.

Explosive blasts leave distinct injuries in veterans’ brains, study finds

October 27, 2015

Explosive blasts leave distinct injuries in veterans’ brains, study finds

New research shows that veterans who survived explosive blasts have distinct brain changes, suggesting that these impacts may be to blame for many of the psychological and social problems that vets face upon returning home.

Mental health suffers most in major nuclear accidents, studies find

October 27, 2015

Mental health suffers most in major nuclear accidents, studies find

People caught up in a nuclear disaster are more likely to suffer severe psychological disorders such as depression and post-traumatic stress disorder rather than any harm from radiation, scientists said on Friday.

MIT researchers discover possible ‘vaccine’ for post-traumatic stress disorder

October 27, 2015

MIT researchers discover possible ‘vaccine’ for post-traumatic stress disorder

It's a breakthrough that could help thousands of American soldiers returning from dangerous deployments. Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology believe they may have discovered a vaccine to prevent post-traumatic stress disorder.

Drone pilots suffer PTSD just like those in combat

October 27, 2015

Drone pilots suffer PTSD just like those in combat

Although drone operators may be far from the battlefield, they can still develop symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a new study shows

Scientists researching brain disorders create super-clever mice

October 27, 2015

Scientists researching brain disorders create super-clever mice

Scientists have genetically modified mice to be super-intelligent and found they are also less anxious, a discovery that may help the search for treatments for disorders such as Alzheimer's, schizophrenia and post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Eating fish may make antidepressants more effective, study says

October 27, 2015

Eating fish may make antidepressants more effective, study says

Up to 42 percent of people who take antidepressants find the medication ineffective, but a new study suggests that a simple diet change may trigger a response, Medical News Today reported.