Vets' PTSD affects mental and physical health of partners

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Vets' PTSD affects mental and physical health of partners

A new study of veterans with PTSD and their partners looks at intimate relationship conflict and finds greater physiological and anger responses for the male veterans as well as their female partners. Researchers conclude that the findings may have important implications for treatment and services for returning veterans and their families.

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Broader background checks and denial criteria could help prevent mass shooting catastrophes, experts say

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Broader background checks and denial criteria could help prevent mass shooting catastrophes, experts say

A gun violence prevention expert and emergency medicine physician, believes broader criteria for background checks and denials on gun purchases can help prevent future firearm violence, including mass shooting catastrophes such as those that occurred at Sandy Hook, Aurora, Virginia Tech and Columbine.

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Bullied children can suffer lasting psychological harm as adults

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Bullied children can suffer lasting psychological harm as adults

Bullied children grow into adults who are at increased risk of developing anxiety disorders, depression and suicidal thoughts, according to a new study.

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Human-like opponents lead to more aggression in video game players

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Human-like opponents lead to more aggression in video game players

Video games that pit players against human-looking characters may be more likely to provoke violent thoughts and words than games where monstrous creatures are the enemy, according to a new study.

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Closer personal relationships could help teens overcome learning disabilities

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Closer personal relationships could help teens overcome learning disabilities

A new study from Israel says that children with learning disabilities develop less secure attachments with mothers and teachers, and that closer and more secure relationships with parents and adults may help them overcome these disabilities.

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Children, teens at risk for lasting emotional impact from Hurricane Sandy

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Children, teens at risk for lasting emotional impact from Hurricane Sandy

The unseen emotional aftershocks of Hurricane Sandy may linger for children who were in the storm's path. A psychologist discusses why children may experience PTSD and how parents and caregivers can help.

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Limitations of evidence base for prescribing aripiprazole in maintenance therapy of bipolar disorder

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Limitations of evidence base for prescribing aripiprazole in maintenance therapy of bipolar disorder

The evidence base for the prescribing of aripiprazole in maintenance treatment of bipolar disorder is limited to a single trial, sponsored by the manufacturer of aripiprazole, according to a rigorous appraisal of the evidence for its use.

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Common genetic contributions to mental illness discovered

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Common genetic contributions to mental illness discovered

This study of more than 50,000 adults ages 18 and older provides new molecular evidence that 11 DNA regions in the human genome have strong association with these diseases, including six regions not previously observed.

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For combat veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, 'fear circuitry' in the brain never rests

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For combat veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, 'fear circuitry' in the brain never rests

Chronic trauma can inflict lasting damage to brain regions associated with fear and anxiety. Previous imaging studies of people with post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, have shown that these brain regions can over-or under-react in response to stressful tasks.

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For combat veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, 'fear circuitry' in the brain never rests

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For combat veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, 'fear circuitry' in the brain never rests

Chronic trauma can inflict lasting damage to brain regions associated with fear and anxiety. Previous imaging studies of people with post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, have shown that these brain regions can over-or under-react in response to stressful tasks.

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For combat veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, 'fear circuitry' in the brain never rests

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For combat veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, 'fear circuitry' in the brain never rests

Chronic trauma can inflict lasting damage to brain regions associated with fear and anxiety. Previous imaging studies of people with post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, have shown that these brain regions can over-or under-react in response to stressful tasks.

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Camaraderie of sports teams may deter bullying, violence

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Camaraderie of sports teams may deter bullying, violence

As schools around the country look for ways to reduce violence and bullying, they may want to consider encouraging students to participate in team sports, according to a new study.

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Work-related stress linked to increased blood fat levels, cardiovascular health risks

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Work-related stress linked to increased blood fat levels, cardiovascular health risks

New results link job stress to dyslipidemia, a disorder that alters the levels of lipids and lipoproteins in the blood. An altered lipid profile is dangerous for the heart.

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Few effective, evidence-based interventions to prevent posttraumatic stress disorder, review finds

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Few effective, evidence-based interventions to prevent posttraumatic stress disorder, review finds

A new review summarizes the results of a systematic review of clinical interventions for adults exposed to at least one traumatic event such as war, a natural or human-made disaster, motor vehicle accidents, community violence, sexual assault or domestic violence.

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Posttraumatic stress disorder associated with type 2 diabetes

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Posttraumatic stress disorder associated with type 2 diabetes

The presence of posttraumatic stress disorder is significantly associated with the development of type 2 diabetes.

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Skydiving is never 'plane sailing'

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Skydiving is never 'plane sailing'

Skydivers show the same level of physical stress before every jump whether a first-timer or experienced jumper, say researchers.

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Posttraumatic stress disorder associated with type 2 diabetes

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Posttraumatic stress disorder associated with type 2 diabetes

The presence of posttraumatic stress disorder is significantly associated with the development of type 2 diabetes.

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To suppress or to explore? Emotional strategy may influence anxiety

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To suppress or to explore? Emotional strategy may influence anxiety

When trouble approaches, what do you do? Run for the hills? Pretend it isn't there? Hide? Or do you focus on the promise of rain in those looming dark clouds? New research suggests that the way you regulate your emotions, in bad times and in good, can influence whether -- or how much -- you suffer from anxiety.

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Skydiving is never 'plane sailing'

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Skydiving is never 'plane sailing'

Skydivers show the same level of physical stress before every jump whether a first-timer or experienced jumper, say researchers.

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Workplace stress poses risk to health

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Workplace stress poses risk to health

Stressful situations at work can have a negative impact on the cardiovascular system and the metabolism. Stress, which is transmitted by direct and indirect signaling pathways, leads to an inflammatory response in the body, which can trigger cardiovascular diseases, amongst others.

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Mindfulness therapy might help veterans with combat-related post-traumatic stress disorder

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Mindfulness therapy might help veterans with combat-related post-traumatic stress disorder

A new study shows that veterans with PTSD who completed a mindfulness-based group treatment plan showed a significant reduction in symptoms as compared to patients who underwent treatment as normal.

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